The Jean Beliveau Auction- February 2005
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/22/2005
After three seasons in the minor leagues where, in 1950-51 he was named best goalie and rookie of the year with St. Paul of the USHL, Lorne Worsley got his call to the NHL from the New York Rangers. The Gumper had an outstanding rookie season despite playing on a weak Rangers team. Although he posted but a 13-29-8 record, his fine play was recognized and Worsley was named the league's top rookie, winning the Calder Memorial Trophy. To commemorate Worsley's performance the NHL presented him with this huge silver-plated handled platter. The condition has deteriorated over the past 50 years with tarnish and silver loss, but the important engraving in the center was always kept up. It reads "Souvenir of the Calder Memorial Trophy - Awarded to the Player Adjudged to be Most Proficient in his First Year of Competition in the National Hockey League - Won by Lorne Worsley - New York Rangers Hockey Club - Season 1952-53". The award measures approximately 20" x 15" and has been cherished by the Gumper for over five decades. A photo of Gump's son with the actual Calder trophy will be included, along with a LOA signed by the unique Gump Worsley.
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