Description
This is a 1949 Bowman baseball card featuring Earl Torgeson, first baseman for the Boston Braves. The front of the card showcases an illustrated image of Torgeson in his batting stance against a bold blue background. The back of the card provides biographical details, including his birthplace (Snohomish, Washington), height (6'2"), and weight (180 lbs). It also describes his career highlights leading up to the 1948 season, including his service during World War II and subsequent success in professional baseball. The card is raw and shows signs of wear consistent with its age, including corner rounding and minor surface scuffs. This card is number 17 out of a set of 240 cards.
