About Sal Yvars Memorabilia & Collectibles
About Sal Yvars:
Sal Yvars (full name: Salvador Anthony Yvars; no nicknames) played catcher from 1947 until 1954 for the New York Giants and St. Louis Cardinals. He played for the Giants from 1947 - 1953 and Cardinals from 1953 - 1954. Over 8 seasons, he played 210 games, hit 10 home runs, drove in 41 runs, and stole 1 bases. Born on February 20, 1924 in New York, NY, Yvars stood 5' 10" and weighed 187 lb. He attended White Plains (White Plains, NY) high school. His debut was on September 27, 1947 and he played his final game on September 26, 1954. Common misspellings of his name include Salvador Anthony Sal Yvars.