[dougscats]

As a hall of fame collector, I recently picked up these three, all tough to get.
They were advertised as "1948 Team Issued Photo Pack," and indeed they are photos. I inquired where they came from, and the seller told me:

"I bought these several years ago from a private collector, along with other Indians cards-he said his father got them after the 1948 season and kept them in a large envelope that had only been opened about 2 or 3 times-it is why they are in such pristine condition."

Now, I'm very happy with them as I had no Bill Veecks and only one Satchell Paige, and I got them for a song. But I'm curious as to how such "team issues" are regarded, generally speaking, within the hobby. And specifically, would this be considered a Satchell Paige rookie card? Ditto, Bill Veeck?
Are they even officially regarded as cards?

Thanks for your expertise.

Doug