Frank Bliss

Frank Bliss was a professional baseball player born in 1852, whose career spanned a brief period from 1878 to June 20, 1878. He played as a position player during the early years of Major League Baseball, a time characterized by its formative nature and the development of the game's fundamental skills. Bliss's professional playing career was notably short, as he participated in only two games at the major league level. In his limited appearances, Bliss recorded one hit, resulting in a batting average of .125. Despite not achieving significant statistical milestones—such as home runs or RBIs—his presence in the league contributed to the early tapestry of baseball history. The late 1870s were pivotal as the sport began to establish itself in American culture, and players like Bliss were among those who shaped the game's early narrative. Though his playing career was fleeting, the era in which he played laid the groundwork for future generations of players and the evolution of baseball as a beloved national pastime.