For starters....the "Broken Plate" explanation regarding Plank is a myth that goes back to Circa 1970's.
Years ago, my research indicated that Plank was vehemently anti-tobacco (in any form). And, this is why his T206 card was removed. I posted a thread on Net54 stating this.
Anyhow, here is my SWEET CAP 150 Eddie Plank compared with my Hal Chase.
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T206 Reference
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