Madden, Pitcher, Boston, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This is a baseball card featuring pitcher "Madden" of the Boston Beaneaters, from the *Old Judge* series of baseball cards produced by Goodwin & Company in 1887. The card features a portrait of the player, identified with the team name and his position. The card was likely given away with Old Judge Cigarettes. These cards are an example of early American baseball memorabilia and are highly sought after by collectors today.