The bat looks to be in very good condition. The lettering color has faded but impression is pretty clear. Stamped 36" on bat end. I'm guessing it's from the late 1950s or early 1960s. Some …

As a final note, keep in mind that early Berra gamers have "Larry" instead of "Yogi" stamped into the barrel. The change from "Larry" to "Yogi" took place in 1953.

The combination of bat control and plate coverage made Berra a feared "clutch hitter", proclaimed by rival manager Paul Richards "the toughest man in the league in the last three innings".

Berra got his famous nickname "yogi" as a teen, based on his resemblance to an Indian yogi seen on film. In 1946, following three years of service in the U.S. Navy, Berra began his long tenure …

'Larry Berra,' the first version of Berra's endorsed signature, appeared on his bats through the 1952 season. The bat, which is not cracked, displays ample evidence of Berra's performance …

Nov 11, 2017 · Rare Larry "Yogi" Berra professional model baseball bat c.1951-52. Beautiful early playing career exemplar of Louisville Slugger 125 model number measuring 35" long and …

Sep 9, 2025 · This Rare Louisville Slugger 125 Hillerich&Bradsby Co mini bat is a must-have for any baseball fan. The bat's provenance is clear - it was made in the United States and is an …

The bat is specially stamped "All Star Game" and "Detroit 1951" above and below, respectively, Berra's facsimile signature ("Larry Berra") on the barrel. All of the manufacturer's stampings …

Dec 1, 2015 · In 1972, he went 0 for 4 for the Batavia Trojans, striking out three times; he also played for the Pompano Beach Mets, going 1 for 11 with a walk, 4 strikeouts and one time …

I'm not sure if everyone realized your are referring to Yogi Berra. An early signature version of "Larry Berra" bats exist and was later changed to "Yogi Berra" in 1953.