Michael Cornelius Dorgan, Right Field, New York, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 "Old Judge" baseball card, part of a series commissioned by Old Judge Cigarettes, features Michael Cornelius Dorgan, a right fielder for the New York team. The card, produced by Goodwin & Company, captures Dorgan in a formal studio portrait, showcasing the player’s uniform and baseball bat. The card’s small size and simple, sepia tone design were typical of the late 19th-century trading cards. These cards were often given away with cigarette packs to promote the brand and encourage collectors. The card's design and style are representative of a time when baseball was a burgeoning sport in America.