1909 Polar Bear (T206) Mcgraw, John Portrait, With Cap SGC 2

This historic 1909 Polar Bear T206 card features Hall of Famer John McGraw in his classic Portrait, With Cap pose. As one of the most influential figures in early baseball history, McGraw's presence in the legendary T206 set remains highly coveted by pre-war collectors.

This specific card is graded SGC 2, preserving a piece of baseball history with the distinct Polar Bear advertising back.

Card Details

• Year: 1909
• Set: Polar Bear (T206)
• Parallel: Portrait, With Cap
• Grading Company: SGC
• Grade: 2

Population Report

• Population at Grade: 5
• Population in Higher Grades: 19
• Total Graded Population: 48

Career Highlights

• Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1937.
• Three-time World Series champion in 1905, 1921, and 1922.
• Held the record for most seasons managed in the National League.
• Held the record for most games over .500 as an MLB manager.
• Led the league in runs during his playing career.
• Played for Truxton Grays in Truxton, New York from 1889-1890.
• Played for Olean in the New York-Pennsylvania League in 1890.