Ray Dandridge never had the chance to play in the American or National leagues. But the record shows he was clearly one of the greatest third basemen of all time. Born in Richmond, Va., in 1913, Dandridge was signed off a Buffalo, N.Y., sandlot in 1933 by the Detroit Stars of the Negro National League at the age of 19. He was a contact hitter who could hit to all fields, and a fancy fielder at third base who could also play shortstop, second base, and the outfield. Offered collection includes eleven (11) Official American League balls signed and inscribed, "Hall of Fame - 1987" and one (1) Official American League single-signed without inscription. Signatures rate 7/10; balls present EX condition overall.