This SGC GD+ 2.5 grade for Raleigh's "Phoenix" (first name as yet unknown), catches its fielder posing before the edge of a pool backdrop in that photo studio and perhaps feeling amused by it. Card wear is similar to others offered in this auction, with rounded corners, excellent centering, and corner crease at top left. Pictures from this set are often impressive and this one's no exception. This player proves scarce regardless of condition, as combined population reports show but two at SGC and five more at PSA!

This black-and-white, 200+ card T209 "photo series" set stands out as one of the largest ever featuring minor league players, yet is obscure enough to be rarely seen or discussed. Love of the Game is excited to offer a sizable number of singles in this auction, freshly graded and new to the hobby.