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Lot # 1355: 1913 John "Stuffy" McInnis Original Photograph Used for 1914 & 1915 Cracker Jack Card Images (PSA Type I)

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Presented is a 1913 John "Stuffy" McInnis Original Type I American Press Association photograph used for his 1914 & 1915 Cracker Jack card images. McInnis grew up in Gloucester, Massachusetts, and when playing infield as a boy, he was such a good fielder that spectators would continually call out, "That's the stuff," and he made so many good plays that eventually his nickname became "Stuffy." McInnis played from 1909-27 in the Major Leagues, most prominently for the Philadelphia Athletics, from 1909-17. After originally being a shortstop, McInnis was shifted by Athletics' Hall of Fame manager Connie Mack to first base, and McInnis became part of the famed "$100,000 Infield," with Hall of Famer Eddie Collins at second base, Jack Barry at shortstop, and Hall of Famer Frank "Home Run" Baker on third base. McInnis was a 5-time World Champion. He was famous for his defense, and with the Boston Red Sox in 1921, he had a still-record fielding average as a first baseman of .9993, with only a single error in 152 games. McInnis also could hit, batting a career .307, and hitting over .300 in 14 seasons. The offered photo measures 5x6.5". There is no left side margin as the photo was probably cropped on that side, and the margins are irregular. On the back of the photo is a glued-on part of a newspaper item, with a small McInnis photo. Also on back is some editorial writing, in pencil, and a typed "McInnis Athletics Photo by American Press Association" and a stamped "DECEASED." There are some pencil markings for editorial purposes on front. On back is a Baseball Magazine hologram. On front are a few stray, small pencil marks. A close look reveals that the photo was apparently shot through a protective screen at a ballpark. The photo has been encapsulated and PSA Certified as Type I AUTHENTIC.

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