Joe Berton "Sidd Finch" Autographed Pop Fly Pop Shop Print New York Mets "Happy April Fools! Sidd Finch A.K.A Joe Berton" Signed by Artist #408/417 SKU #266188
Joe Berton "Sidd Finch" Autographed Pop Fly Pop Shop Print New York Mets "Happy April Fools! Sidd Finch A.K.A Joe Berton" Signed by Artist #408/417 SKU #266188 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
Description
Collector-Grade autographed Pop Fly Pop Shop print, signed by Joe Berton (“Sidd Finch”) and the artist—New York Mets memorabilia, hand-numbered #408/417. In April 1985, George Plimpton’s Sports Illustrated feature unveiled the fictional Mets phenom “Sidd Finch,” a spring-training hoax claiming a 168-mph fastball. Chicago schoolteacher Joe Berton portrayed Finch in the iconic photo spread, and the prank became one of baseball’s most famous April Fools moments and a lasting piece of Mets lore.
Collector's Highlights:
- Profession - Pop Culture Figure (portrayed “Sidd Finch”): Joe Berton
- Item: Pop Fly Pop Shop limited edition art print (approx. 7" x 10.5"), dual-signed by Joe Berton and the artist with inscription: “Happy April Fools! Sidd Finch A.K.A Joe Berton”; serial-numbered #408/417
- Authentication: Guaranteed to pass Beckett, PSA/DNA, or JSA (COA submission-ready)
This signed piece comes with our guarantee to pass leading third-party authentication, supporting long-term collector confidence. With the rare inscription and limited run, it captures the legendary SI April Fools story and its unique place in New York Mets history.
