Corcoran, Pitcher, Indianapolis, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This is a baseball card from the “Old Judge” series, produced by Goodwin & Company in 1887, and features pitcher “Corcoran” of the Indianapolis team. The card is a black and white photograph and depicts Corcoran in his baseball uniform, holding a ball in his left hand. This card is one of many in the series that were used as promotional items for Old Judge cigarettes. The card is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection. This series was a popular way to promote the brand, appealing to baseball fans of the time and helping to build a connection between Old Judge and the exciting world of professional baseball.