1951 Bowman #309 Mel Queen PSA NM-MT 8

1951 Bowman #309 Mel Queen PSA 8 - Early Career Snapshot of a Multi-Role Major Leaguer

Mel Queen's time in the majors was defined by his versatility and resilience. Originally breaking in as an outfielder and later transitioning to pitching, Queen spent several seasons contributing in both roles—an uncommon feat during his era. Though his son, Mel Queen Jr., would go on to have a more widely recognized big-league career, this card captures the elder Queen in his earliest professional years, playing for the New York Yankees.

The 1951 Bowman #309 is part of the elusive high-number series, which had a shorter print run and is more difficult to find in top condition. This PSA 8 graded example is a clean, high-grade relic from a formative time in Queen’s career and the golden era of postwar baseball cards. The card features Bowman’s trademark painted design—subtle sky tones in the background, crisp rendering of Queen’s expression, and excellent registration that showcases the set’s charm.