Jocko Milligan, Catcher, St. Louis Browns, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1888

This 1888 baseball card, part of the Old Judge series by Goodwin & Company, features St. Louis Browns catcher Jocko Milligan in a classic pose. The card, printed in black and white, shows Milligan mid-throw, emphasizing his athletic stance and the excitement of the game. These small cards were originally included in packs of Old Judge cigarettes and are now prized collectors' items. The simple design of the card and its focus on a specific player highlight the development of early baseball memorabilia and its connection to the emerging popularity of the sport.