"Sherm hit more homers and drove in more runs last year than during any other season in his career. He was also the top defender in the American League last year."
-1959 Topps No. 385
"The solid bat in the White Sox lineup in recent years has been the one wielded by catcher Sherman Lollar. Rated as one of the finest receivers in the major leagues, Lollar took over top billing in all departments this season. His consistent clutch hitting pulled many a game out of the fire for the Sox as he led the club in driving in 'winning' runs. Late-inning home runs by Lollar were responsible for more than half a dozen Sox wins as he approached personal highs in such important departments as runs batted in and home runs.
Manager Al Lopez has referred to Lollar's handling of pitchers as 'having a second manager behind the plate.' He has been named to the American League All-Star team in four of the last six seasons."
-1959 Official World Series Program
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