New York sold Cal Hubbard to Green Bay on July 31, 1929,…
New York sold Cal Hubbard to Green Bay on July 31, 1929, after the future Hall of Famer pressed for a move to the Packers. The Giants received a cash payment, while Green Bay added an elite two-way lineman who helped anchor three consecutive NFL championship teams from 1929 through 1931. The football value became overwhelmingly favorable to the Packers.
Green Bay Packers Received
- player Cal Hubbard
New York Giants Received
- other Cash payment
Trade Analysis
The Exchange
Green Bay's own historical record states that the Packers purchased Cal Hubbard from the New York Giants on July 31, 1929. Hubbard had played two seasons in New York and wanted to join Green Bay after becoming enamored with the smaller football town. The transaction was therefore a player purchase: Green Bay received Hubbard and New York received cash.
Green Bay Packers Return
New York sold Cal Hubbard to Green Bay on July 31, 1929, after the future Hall of Famer pressed for a move to the Packers. The Giants received a cash payment, while Green Bay added an elite two-way lineman who helped anchor three consecutive NFL championship teams from 1929 through 1931. The football value became overwhelmingly favorable to the Packers.
New York Giants Return
Green Bay purchased Cal Hubbard from the Giants on July 31, 1929 and immediately added one of the era's defining linemen. Hubbard became a central figure on the Packers' 1929, 1930 and 1931 championship teams and later entered the Pro Football Hall of Fame. New York received cash rather than a comparable football asset, making this a landmark Packers victory.
Value in Hindsight
The Giants received financial consideration rather than a player or draft asset capable of producing an on-field return. Cash transactions were a normal part of early professional football, but hindsight is unforgiving when the player sold becomes an all-time great and helps another franchise build a championship run.
Final Verdict
Green Bay earns an A+ for acquiring a Hall of Fame cornerstone who contributed to three straight titles. New York receives a D: the Giants had reasons to accommodate Hubbard's preference, but the football return cannot compare with what the Packers gained.