A stunning Louisville Slugger bat used by New York Yankees legend Thurman Munson circa 1973-75. The uncracked item, which is 35" long and weighs 31.2 ounces, has a flame-burned finish and shows incredible use with pine tar on the handle and ball strikes up and down the barrel. Munson's number 15 has been written on the knob in red marker. The bat has been authenticated by PSA and the service has assigned the item a grade of 10/10, making it one of the finest examples ever seen. A Letter of Authenticity will be included in the lot. Munson was one of the league's best players during the 1970s, winning two World Series Championships, the 1976 American League Most Valuable Player Award and making 7 All-Star teams. He was also awarded 3 Gold Glove Awards for his defense. The catcher was tragically killed in a 1979 plane crash while still in his prime. The Yankees immediately retired Munson's number and a plaque was placed in Monument Park in his honor.