Dick Braggins

Dick Braggins was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the early 1900s, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more modern style of play. Born in 1877, Braggins' career spanned from May 16, 1901, to June 26, 1901, during which he made a brief but notable impact in Major League Baseball. He played during a time when the sport was evolving, with teams focusing more on strategy and skill, setting the stage for the explosive developments that would follow in the decades to come. Braggins finished his career with a win-loss record of 1-2 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.78. He recorded a total of 1 strikeout, reflecting the limited opportunities he had on the mound. While his statistics may not have defined him as a standout player, his participation in the major leagues during this formative time in baseball history adds to the rich tapestry of the sport's narrative. His contributions, though modest, were part of the broader evolution of pitching and the game itself in the early 20th century.