T.C. Burns, 3rd Base, Chicago, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 "Old Judge" baseball card depicts T.C. Burns, a third baseman for the Chicago White Stockings, in a classic fielding pose. Created by Goodwin & Company of New York, the card was part of a series issued by the Old Judge Cigarettes company. These cards, featuring prominent players of the era, helped popularize baseball and are now highly sought after by collectors, a glimpse into the history of the sport.