"Although the National League won the 1952 All-Star Game, shortened by rain, Bobby made headlines as he fanned three batters in one inning. Before he had a chance to match Carl Hubbel's record, the rains fell.
Bobby was the American League's MVP in 1952. He once pitched nine consecutive no-hit innings after relieving a teammate in the 3rd inning."
-1958 Topps No. 419
"Shantz, who started two games in the 1957 Series, and relieved in another one, was the comeback story of the year. He registered 11 wins for the Yankees and turned in a 2.45 earned run average- the best in the American League."
-1958 Topps No. 289
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