Mike Cubbage
Major League Baseball Player and Manager/Coach · Baseball - MLB
New York Yankees
Era
1970s-1980s playing/coaching career
Item Type
8x10 glossy photograph
Condition
Very Good - clear signature with minor surface glare and standard vintage photo aging.
Rarity
Common to moderate - Cubbage signed frequently during his playing and coaching career, making his autographs readily available to collectors.
Overall Assessment
A charming and authentic vintage signed photo of a solid MLB utility player and coach, ideal for a New York Yankees or 1970s baseball collection.
Authenticity Assessment
Likely authentic - exhibits natural flow, appropriate speed, and consistency with period exemplars for Mike Cubbage.
Signature Style
Full name with flowing loops, standard cursive script typical of athletes from his era.
Signature Characteristics
Smooth fluid motion, consistent slant, natural pen pressure, legible formation of 'Mike Cubbage'.
Ink & Medium
Blue ballpoint pen, standard writing instrument for in-person sports memorabilia signing during the era.
Item Description
Vintage black and white 8x10 photograph of Mike Cubbage in a New York Yankees pinstripe uniform, signed prominently across the front in blue ballpoint pen.
Estimated Value
25 to 50 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Matches known vintage examples of Mike Cubbage's signature, particularly his looping initials and consistent baseline.
Authentication Tips
Examine the looping 'M', the clean upward strokes, and natural hand speed. Compare with authenticated examples from his playing days with the Twins, Rangers, or Mets.
Certification Recommendation
JSA (James Spence Authentication) or PSA/DNA
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; ink absorption and signature flow appear natural.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from a traditional vintage sports photo collection; typical raw uncertified autograph.
Historical Context
Cubbage played professional baseball in the 1970s and 1980s for teams such as the Texas Rangers, Minnesota Twins, and New York Mets, later serving in coaching roles.
Market Trends
Stable and affordable niche collectible, popular primarily among team-specific or utility player collectors.
Investment Potential
Hold - primarily a nostalgic piece for team collectors rather than a high-appreciating investment asset.
Similar Autographs
Autographs of 1970s and 1980s MLB utility players, bench coaches, and New York Yankees role players.
Display & Preservation
Frame with UV-protective glass and keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the vintage photograph and ballpoint ink.
Interesting Facts
Mike Cubbage hit three home runs in a single game against the Toronto Blue Jays in 1978 while playing for the Minnesota Twins.