The 1939 New York Yankees epitomized the reason why the franchise is called a dynasty. The Yankees victimized the Cincinnati Reds to perform their second consecutive World Series sweep, claiming their 4th straight World Championship. This historic sphere is a true piece of baseball history, the very ball that Yankee shortstop, Frank Crosetti caught for the final out of the 1939 World Series, a line drive from Wally Berger, that he reportedly almost dropped. Crosetti has inscribed the ball in blue ink, filling the sweet spot plus two panels: "Oct. 8th, 1939 - ball hit by Wally Berger, caught by Crosetti. Final putout 1939 World Series - New York vs. Cincinnati." OAL (Frick) baseball shows moderate amount of game use, o/w NRMT to Mint. Came directly from Crosetti. LOA.