Only Known George Burns Single Signed OAL (Harridge) Baseball JSA/BAS LOAs. Burns was the 1926 AL MVP Award winner finishing the season with a .358 BA, 115 RBI, and a then-record 64 doubles. He won the award during a standout season where he led the league in hits (216) and total bases. This is the one and only George Burns single signed baseball that is known to exist. The ball was also inscribed "1914-1929 American League" in Burns hand. For those looking to complete their MVP collection this is literally a once in a lifetime opportunity. Burns is not to be confused with the other George Burns who played baseball in a later era or the famous comedian/actor with the same name.