Part II Don Larsen Game-Worn Uniform From 1956 Perfect Game Goes on Auction Block
Channel: Kristal Hart
Date: 2012-10-06

Press Conference at Gallagher's Restaurant in NYC announcing the sale of the Don Larsen's Uniform that he wore on Oct. 8th, 1956 at Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY.  It was World Series Game 5 against the Brooklyn Dodgers.  The opposing Dodger's pitcher was Sal Maglie.  The Battery Mate/ Catcher was Yogi Berra.  Final Out: Pinch-hitter Dale Mitchell, facing a 1-2 pitch, watched a called strike three.  Number of pitches: 97.  Game-winning hit: Michey Mantle home run in fourth inning breaks scoreless tie.  Final score: 2-0.  Attendance: 64,519.  Play-by-play broadcaster: Bob Wolff.  
The Number "18": Ironically, 56 Yankees in team history besides Larsen have worn number 56, and they include: World Series MVP Scot Brosius, another WS star Johnny Damon, and present right-handed starter Hiroki Kyroda.