“If I was pitching and it was the ninth inning and we had a two-run lead with the bases loaded and Mickey Vernon was up, I’d walk him and pitch to the next man.” – Satchel Paige The premier first baseman in the American League during the 1940’s and 1950’s, Mickey Vernon was a seven-time All-Star, two-time batting champ, and World Series winner. His H&B model K55 on offer here shows moderate wear and remains uncracked, while measuring thirty-five inches (35”) in length and weighing 33.5 ounces.