Go Big Blue


BIG BLUE GOLF OUTING AUCTION

Many of you are unable to attend the Golf Outing, so we are offering a new opportunity to assist the Athletic Department in meeting our ever-growing demands. Through the hard work of Dick Dechert and many others, we have obtained some valuable sports collectibles and autographs from former and current professional athletes. All of the monies generated from the sales of these items will go directly into the Big Blue Club fund and is used to upgrade facilities and support all of the athletic programs at Millikin. Alumni and friends are encouraged to bid as often as they wish on as many items as they desire. Here’s a great chance to add to your collection of memorabilia or to start a new and exciting hobby while helping the Big Blue athletes.

Rules of the Auction

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#001 BOB UECKER autographed baseball—Author, speaker, actor, comedian, current announcer for the Milwaukee Brewers, and former major league catcher for the Brewers, St. Louis Cardinals, Philadelphia Phillies, and Atlanta Braves for six seasons (1962-1967). Sure to be a Hall of Famer.

Minimum Bid: $50.00
Current Bid: $ 60.00

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#002 BOB FELLER autographed baseball-Hall of Fame pitcher (1962) with the Cleveland Indians. Played 18 seasons in the majors (1936-1956).

Minimum Bid: $50.00
Current Bid: $

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#003 DON LARSEN autographed baseball-Hall of Fame pitcher who threw the only perfect game in World Series history on Oct. 8, 1956 at the age of 27. The former New York Yankee right-hander played 14 seasons (1953-1967) in the majors.

Minimum Bid: $100.00
Current Bid: $

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#004 BOBBY KNOOP autographed baseball-Former infielder played 9 seasons (1964-1972) mostly with the California Angels. He was selected to the All-Star squad in 1966.

Minimum Bid: $25.00
Current Bid: $

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#005 CRAIG COUNSELL autographed baseball-The current Arizona Diamondback player has spent 11 seasons in the majors. He was the National League Championship Series MVP in 2001.

Minimum Bid: $25.00
Current Bid: $

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#006 Autograph Baseball signed by 15 former major leaguers (including 4 Hall of Famers)-Bob Feller, Robin Yount, Fergie Jenkins, and Bob Uecker head the list of players included on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Minimum Bid: $100.00
Current Bid: $

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#007 DEL UNSER autographed baseball and letter-Former Decatur St. Teresa graduate played 15 seasons in the major leagues (1968-1982). Played college baseball at Mississippi State.

Minimum Bid: $25.00
Current Bid: $30.00

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#008 FERGUSON JENKINS autographed baseball-Hall of Fame pitcher (1991) for the Chicago Cubs and Texas Rangers for 19 seasons (1965-1983).

Minimum Bid: $50.00
Current Bid: $

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#009 ROBIN YOUNT autographed baseball-The former Danville, IL native played 20 seasons (1974-1993) in the major leagues. He was elected to the Hall of Fame as an infielder/outfielder for the Milwaukee Brewers in 1999.

Minimum Bid: $50.00
Current Bid: $

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#010 CLINT HURDLE autographed baseball-Current manager for the Colorado Rockies spent 10 seasons in the majors (1977-1987). The former infielder/outfielder played for the Kansas City Royals, St. Louis Cardinals, Cincinnati Reds, and the New York Mets. He was the youngest player in the major leagues in 1977 at age 19.

Minimum Bid: $25.00
Current Bid: $

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#011 CURT SHILLING autograph picture-Drafted in the second round in 1986 by the Boston Red Sox, Shilling helped the BoSox to their first World Series championship since 1918.

Minimum Bid: $25.00
Current Bid: $

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#012 GAYLORD PERRY autographed baseball and certificate-The Hall of Fame pitcher (1991) played 22 seasons (1962-1983) for 8 different teams (Giants, Indians, Rangers, Padres, Yankees, Braves, Mariners, and Royals). His career record stands at 314 wins and 265 losses while pitching in 777 games. He was the oldest player in the major leagues in 1981, 1982, and 1983.

Minimum Bid: $50.00
Current Bid: $

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#013 2005 NFL ROOKIE CARDS-Limited edition box includes Marion Barber III, Reggie Brown, Ronnie Brown, Mark Clayton, Dan Cody, Anthony Davis, Braylon Edwards, Ciatrick Fason, Charlie Frye, David Green, Gino Guidugli, Derrick Johnson, T.A. McLendon, Heath Miller, Vernand Morency, Dan Orlovsky, Kyle Orton, Aaron Rodgers, Antrel Rolle, Eric Shelton, Alex Smith, Andrew Walter, Jason White, Carnell Williams, Mike Williams, Troy Williamson, and Braylon Edwards Checklist. Many of these players are already on their way to outstanding careers.

Minimum Bid: $10.00
Current Bid: $

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#014 DAN O’BRIEN autographed picture-Known in the USA as the “world’s greatest athlete”, O’Brien has been a 3-time Olympic gold medalist in the decathalon.

Minimum Bid: $25.00
Current Bid: $

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#015 J.J. ARRINGTON sideline pass-Former Cal running back selected by the Arizona Cardinals as the 44th pick of the draft.

Minimum Bid: $10.00
Current Bid: $

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#016 ROLLIE FINGERS autographed picture-The Hall of Fame (1992) pitcher played 17 seasons for only 3 major league teams. Best known for his long curly mustache as an Oakland Athletic, Fingers was a 7-time all-star, Cy Young Award winner, League MVP, World Series MVP, and 4-time Rolaids Relief Man award winner.

Minimum Bid: $25.00
Current Bid: $

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#017 KEVIN HARVICK autographed picture-One of the current “young guns” of NASCAR racing, Harvick drives the #29 Goodwrench Monte Carlo. He was the 2001 Busch Series champion and has spent 25 years racing.

Minimum Bid: $25.00
Current Bid: $

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#018 Y.A. TITTLE autographed picture-The Hall of Fame (1971) quarterback played 17 seasons (1948-1964) for the Colts, 49ers, and Giants. The LSU grad was the NFL MVP in 1961 and 1963 and was selected to 7 Pro Bowls.

Minimum Bid: $25.00
Current Bid: $

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#019 DON LARSEN autographed golf ball-Opportunity for a unique item signed by the only pitcher to throw a perfect game in World Series history.

Minimum Bid: $25.00
Current Bid: $

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#020 ROE SKIDMORE/KEVIN KOSLOFSKI autographed baseball-The former Millikin standout spent 8 years in professional baseball, going 1 for 1 in his only major league at-bat with the Chicago Cubs. The Maroa-Forsyth alum spent 4 of his 12 professional seasons in the majors as an outfielder with the Kansas City Royals and Milwaukee Brewers.

Minimum Bid: $50.00
Current Bid: $55.00

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#021 Mike Rowland Autograh Baseball.
The 1975 Millikin grad is the only MU alum to pitch in the Major Leagues (San Fransisco Giants). He also holds the distinction of being one of the two Millikin baseball alums to finish their pro careers with a perfect 1.000 batting average.

Minimum Bid: $50.00
Current Bid: $

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#022-Harmon Killebrew Autograph Picture.
An official MLB photo of Killebrew's 500th home run. Signed and dated by the Hall-of-Fame (1984), American League MVP (1969), and 11-tiime All-Star, this photo captures a moment in history. Killebrew's father, Clay, was a Millikin alum.

Minimum Bid: $50.00
Current Bid: $

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#023-Harmon Killebrew Hall-of-Fame Card.
A post card picture of the Hall-of-Famer's plaque in Cooperstown.

Minimum Bid: $50.00
Current Bid: $

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#024-1916 Millikin Undefeated Football Team Autographed Picture.
This photo is autographed by Baseball Hall-of-Famer Harmon Killebrew, who's father was the star half-back.

Minimum Bid: $50.00
Current Bid: $

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#025-Chipper Jones Autograph Baseball.
The first pick in the 1990 baseball draft by the Atlanta Braves has been an 5-time All-Star pick. Jones was also the National League MVP in 1999.

Minimum Bid: $50.00
Current Bid: $50.00

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#026-Andruw Jones Autograph Baseball.
This 1993 amateur free agent signee has turned out to be a greta find by the Atlanta Braves. The 10-year veteran has been a 4-time All-Star, 8-time Gold Glove winner. and 2005 Major League Player of the Year. He led the National League in 2005 with 51 home runs and 128 RBI's.

Minimum Bid: $50.00
Current Bid: $

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#027-Kevin Koslofski Auotgraphed Hat.
An official Kansas City Royals adjustable hat signed by the former Maroa-Forsyth stand-out.

Minimum Bid: $25.00
Current Bid: $

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