Jim Ball

Jim Ball was a professional baseball player born in 1884, who played as a position player during the early years of the 20th century. His Major League career spanned from 1907 to 1908, where he appeared in a total of 16 games. Ball's time in the league was marked by his contributions on the field, despite finishing with a batting average of .137. He recorded 7 hits and drove in 3 runs over the course of his brief career, although he did not hit any home runs or steal any bases. Playing in an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded approaches of later years, Ball's performance reflected the challenges faced by many players of his time. Despite his limited statistical contributions, his presence on the roster during those formative years of professional baseball highlights the depth and diversity of talent that characterized the sport's early days. After his departure from the Major Leagues on June 17, 1908, Ball's legacy remained as a reminder of the many players who contributed to the rich history of baseball, even if their careers were not long or statistically prolific.