Tommy McCarthy, Center Field, St. Louis Browns, from the Old Judge series (N172) for Old Judge Cigarettes 1887 - 1889

"Tommy McCarthy, Center Field, St. Louis Browns" is a photographic portrait from the *Old Judge* series of baseball trading cards, produced by Goodwin & Company in the late 19th century. The card features a posed photograph of Tommy McCarthy, a second baseman for the St. Louis Browns, lying on the ground in a baseball field. The image's composition, with McCarthy lying on his side, emphasizes his relaxed yet focused stance. The portrait, printed in black and white on a small card, captures the essence of late 19th-century baseball, with the *Old Judge* logo at the bottom adding a touch of historical context. The card, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the early days of baseball card collecting, showcasing a popular pastime that continues to captivate fans today.