With the Los Angeles Dodgers claiming victory in the 2024 World Series, first baseman Freddie Freeman has earned the prestigious title of MVP. Freeman's standout performances throughout the Series solidified his role as a key player in the Dodgers’ success, and his MVP honor only adds to his already impressive career. In the five-game contest Freeman batted .300, hit four very timely home runs and drove in twelve runs. He's the twelfth player in history to win a league MVP award and also capture that same award in the World Series.
Unique World Series MVP memorabilia can command astonishing prices in the market, especially for legendary players whose October performances remain etched in baseball lore. Here are a few examples that reflect the high demand for these items:
| Sandy Koufax's game-worn 1963 World Series jersey sold for an impressive $430,000. As a two-time World Series MVP, Koufax's memorabilia, especially items tied to his dominance in the postseason, continue to be highly prized. |  |
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Mickey Mantle’s 1952 (Rookie) World Series game-used jersey reached $3 million, a testament to Mantle's stature as an icon and the enduring allure of Yankees World Series memorabilia. (Although not technically the WS MVP, only because the award didn't exist until 1955). Mantle’s game-used World Series bats can fetch six figures, with prices regularly in the $100,000–$300,000 range. |
| Willie Mays’ 1954 World Series glove, worn for “The Catch” in Game 1, sold for $22,000, but that was way back in 2006 when the market was in its early days. Today (almost 20 years later), this would bring well into the six-figures. As one of the most memorable plays in World Series history, any item tied to Mays’ championship performances remains incredibly desirable. |  |
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Reggie Jackson’s Homerun Ball #3 from his three-home-run game in the 1977 World Series went for $66,000 in 2012. (Today it is worth several hundred thousand). Known as “Mr. October” for his clutch performances, Jackson’s items linked to the 1977 Series have a strong following among collectors. |
| Roberto Clemente's game-used bat from the 1971 Series as MVP-winner, fetched $200,000. Clemente is one of the most beloved Hall of Famers for his prowess on and off the field. |  |
What will happen with Freddie Freeman memorabilia? Over the next few months, he will undoubtedly sign a ton of balls/photos and there will be thousands of cards printed in commemoration. As always, the best investment will be the unique pieces of memorabilia, especially game used. If Freeman continues with the same trajectory in his career, then he would be a lock Hall of Famer and the value of his memorabilia will join the ranks of the above mentioned legends (Mantle, Koufax, Mays, Clemente, Reggie).
For collectors and fans, enjoy the excitement surrounding the Dodgers and definitely pick up some cool items that you will enjoy and treasure.
For investor-collectors, try not to get swept up in the excitement and maintain a level head. There will be an inundation of commemorative memorabilia being promoted everywhere with phrases like, "act quick" and "limited edition" and "pre-sale". Although the market is hot and it's tough to find items right now, the truth is that in a few months it will be watered down and oversaturated. So stick with the truly unique items or just wait a little until prices drop. Keep calm and do your diligence. As Warren Buffet says, "until you can manage your emotions, don't expect to manage money."
