1957 Yankee Prospect of the Past: Jim Finigan

"Jim comes to Detroit this season with Eddie Robinson and Jack Crimian for Ned Garver and Virgil Trucks by way of a big trade with Kansas City. 

Before becoming a rookie sensation with the A's in 1954, Jim compiled a fine .303 batting mark in four minor league seasons. In 1949 he led the Western Association in hits, triples and fielding. At Binghamton in '53, he was the top man in doubles and was promoted to the A's the following season."

-1957 Topps No. 248

1957 Yankee of the Past: Clint Courtney

"The 'Toy Bulldog' had another fine year in 1956. He posted the second highest Senator batting mark [.300] and became their No. 1 pinch hitter. Clint appeared in the pinch 34 times and in one contest he poked a homer to beat the Tigers.

Also a fine backstop, Clint led American League catchers in fielding in 1952."

-1957 Topps No. 51

1957 Yankee of the Past: Bob Cerv

"Bob is no stranger to Kansas City fans. Before either Bob or K.C. joined the majors, he was their star outfielder. In 1950 he hit .304 and the following season had a torrid .344 mark with 108 RBIs.

If Bob can repeat his fine performances this year, the A's feel they'll start moving up the American League ladder."

-1957 Topps No. 269

1957 Yankee Prospect of the Past: Wally Burnette

"Joining Kansas City last July, Wally showed promise of becoming a real big league star. He had a winning record against the Red Sox and held his own against the Yankees and White Sox, splitting two decisions with each club.

Wally entered baseball with the Yankee chain after spending two years in military service and went to Binghamton in 1953 where he won 21 games. In the 1954 season, he played with Kansas City of the American Association, winning 12, and the following year had 15 wins at Denver."

-1957 Topps No. 13

1957 Yankee of the Past: Lew Burdette

"Lanky Lew was one of the top pitchers in the National League last season. He was also first in shutouts with six whitewash jobs. His favorite diet was the Cardinals, Redlegs and Pirates, pinning their ears 10 times in '56 without a single loss.

Lew started in baseball in the Yankee chain but was traded to the Braves in 1951."

-1957 Topps No. 208