1909-11 T206 Sweet Caporal Fred Merkle Throwing PSA EX 5

T206 Sweet Caporal Fred Merkle (Throwing) PSA 5 - The Man Behind “Merkle’s Boner” in a Clean Mid-Grade

Few players in early baseball lore are more infamous than Fred Merkle, whose baserunning miscue in 1908—forever known as “Merkle’s Boner”—altered the course of the National League pennant race and etched his name into baseball mythology. Yet Merkle was far more than a footnote. Over a 16-year career, he was a solid first baseman and productive hitter, helping multiple teams reach the World Series and earning respect as a clutch performer under pressure.

This PSA 5 example from the Sweet Caporal 350/30 series features Merkle in his "Throwing" pose—a classic horizontal layout that adds visual interest to any T206 collection. The image boasts excellent registration, and the red-tinged infield background pops nicely, offering great contrast with the player’s gray uniform. The corners and edges are solid for the grade, and the Sweet Caporal reverse is boldly inked, complementing the strong eye appeal of the front.