Ned Bligh

Ned Bligh was a professional baseball player born in 1864, who played as a position player from 1886 until his final game on October 14, 1890. During his brief career, he appeared in 66 games, where he recorded 34 hits, including one home run, and garnered 19 RBIs with a batting average of .163. Bligh also demonstrated some base-running ability, finishing his career with three stolen bases. Bligh's playing years coincided with a transformative period in baseball, transitioning from the early days of the sport into a more structured era. While his individual statistics may not reflect overwhelming success, he was part of a burgeoning baseball landscape that laid the groundwork for future generations. His contributions, albeit limited in numbers, were part of the tapestry of the late 19th century baseball scene, a time marked by the growing popularity of the game and the establishment of the National League as the dominant professional league.