Rivington Bisland

Rivington Bisland, born in 1890, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in the early 20th century. His career spanned from 1912 until his final game on June 12, 1914. During this brief period, Bisland appeared in 31 games, where he recorded 12 hits and drove in 5 runs, concluding his career with a batting average of .118. Although he did not hit any home runs, he did manage to steal 2 bases, showcasing a measure of speed and base-running acumen during his time in the league. Playing in an era that was characterized by a focus on pitching and defense, Bisland’s contributions on the field were more modest compared to some of his contemporaries. The early 1910s were marked by a transition in baseball, as the deadball era began to give way to more dynamic offensive play. Despite his limited impact on the statistical front, Bisland's role as a roster player reflects the depth and diversity of talent that characterized the game during this transformative period in baseball history.