Posted By:
Kenneth A. CohenKirk,
"there were no yankees back then (NY americans right?)"
You can collect Yankees in the old tobacco cards, though the team wasn't called "Yankees" until the 1913 season, a couple of years T206s ceased to be issued. Previous to that, the franchise was known as the NY "Highlanders." The designation "Americans" refers to their membership in the American League. The most prominent Yankee in the T206 set is Hal Chase. His importance during the era is reflected by the fact that he is the only player to be pictured on 5 different T206 cards - more than even the immortal Cobb who is pictured on four. Chase's inclusion in the Hall of Fame was precluded by his involvement in the more unsavory aspects of baseball. One of the his cards might be a good place to start. Hope this helps.
Ken