A favorite with collectors, this postcard captures the image of Cap Anson's plaque found in the Hall of Fame Gallery in Cooperstown.
- Printed on standard postcard stock with protective gloss coating
- Measures 3.5" x 5.5"
- Made in the USA
Player Biography
A major figure in 19th century baseball, the strong-willed Adrian Constantine “Cap” Anson played five seasons in the National Association and 22 in the National League, mainly at first base with Chicago. He batted better than .300 during 20 of those seasons and was the first player to accumulate more than 3,000 hits. When he retired, he owned records in numerous categories, including games, hits, at-bats, doubles and runs. He also served as a player-manager for Chicago, earning more than 1,200 wins and accumulating five N.L. pennants in a seven-year stretch from 1880 to 1886.
A favorite with collectors, this postcard captures the image of Cap Anson's plaque found in the Hall of Fame Gallery in Cooperstown.
- Printed on standard postcard stock with protective gloss coating
- Measures 3.5" x 5.5"
- Made in the USA
Player Biography
A major figure in 19th century baseball, the strong-willed Adrian Constantine “Cap” Anson played five seasons in the National Association and 22 in the National League, mainly at first base with Chicago. He batted better than .300 during 20 of those seasons and was the first player to accumulate more than 3,000 hits. When he retired, he owned records in numerous categories, including games, hits, at-bats, doubles and runs. He also served as a player-manager for Chicago, earning more than 1,200 wins and accumulating five N.L. pennants in a seven-year stretch from 1880 to 1886.
