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Originally Posted by nolemmings
I believe he's shown in a 1917 White Sox uniform. He was acquired by St. Louis in late December, 1921, after finishing a 25-win season in the minors for Columbus. He was a very controversial pitcher, accused of throwing illegal pitches, and according to this SABR article, was acquired by the Browns for 11 players, five of whom were to be named later.
http://sabr.org/bioproj/person/9ea2e3b9
This likely explains why he would be included in the set, and does not disturb the 1922 timeline for its issuance. |
Now his inclusion makes much more sense, especially after the notoriety of the combined 25 win season and being traded for 11 players...it would be foolish not to include him. Being that his card has been proven to feature him in a White Sox uniform, it also makes sense that American Caramel would find an available photo from a previous year to use for the card.
Nice bit of research Todd.
Brian