LOT #58007 |
Current Bid: $650
1887-90 N172 Old Judge John Ward (#478-4) SGC Good 2....
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Description
1887-90 N172 Old Judge John Ward (#478-4) SGC Good 2. John Ward is no ordinary hall of Famer. Yes, Ward excelled at both shortstop and pitcher during his 17-season Major League career. but off the field, his tremendous influence was felt organizing the Players' Brotherhood, the first baseball players union, and formed the short-lived Players League in 1890. Ward set a precedent that Babe Ruth would later follow by starting out as a HoF caliber pitcher who later converted to a position allowing for daily play. Ward led the National League circuit with 47 wins with Providence in 1879; in 1887 he led the league in stolen bases as a member of the New York Giants. The second perfect game in the history of professional baseball in 1880 with Ward on the mound. Offered is pose #478-4 - Hands on Hips with "Capt. JOHN WARD, S.S., N. Y's" caption from the 1887-90 N172 Old Judge series. Graded SGC Good 2.Guide Value or Estimate: $800 - up.
Auction Info
2025 September 27 Sports Showcase Extended Bidding Auction #70024 (go to Auction Home page)
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