Linc Blakely

Linc Blakely was a professional baseball player born in 1912, who played as a position player during a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1934 to 1934. His tenure in the big leagues was marked by his contributions to the teams he played for over 34 games, where he recorded 23 hits and drove in 10 runs. Although he did not hit any home runs, Blakely demonstrated his ability to put the ball in play with a batting average of .225 and added a stolen base to his career totals. Blakely's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was beginning to expand its popularity beyond the confines of the Great Depression. While his time in the majors was short, his experiences and contributions on the field reflected the competitive spirit of the era. Blakely's journey in baseball serves as a reminder of the many players who navigated the challenges of the game during that time, even if their careers did not reach the heights of some of their contemporaries.