Jay Budd

Jay Budd, born in 1865, was a position player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball that spanned the 1890 season. He played his only game on September 10, 1890, representing a time when the game was still evolving, moving away from the deadball era towards a more offensive style. Budd's time in the majors was notably short, as he finished his career without recording a hit, home run, or run batted in, resulting in a batting average of 0.0 and no stolen bases. Despite his limited statistical contributions, Budd’s entry into professional baseball came during an era characterized by significant changes in the sport, including the introduction of new rules and the growing popularity of the game across the United States. His singular appearance stands as a reminder of the many players who briefly touched the major leagues, often overshadowed by more prominent figures of their time.