Ben Caffyn

Ben Caffyn was a professional baseball player born in 1879, who played in the early 20th century during a transformative period in the sport. His career spanned from 1906 to 1908, during which he appeared in 30 games as a position player. Caffyn's time in Major League Baseball coincided with the tail end of the deadball era, a time characterized by low-scoring games and an emphasis on speed and defense rather than power hitting. Throughout his career, Caffyn recorded 20 hits and maintained a batting average of .194. While he did not hit any home runs, he contributed 3 RBIs and demonstrated his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases. His modest statistics reflect the challenges faced by players in that era, where offensive production was often limited. Though Caffyn's playing career was brief, his participation in the sport during these formative years is a testament to the evolving nature of baseball and the players who shaped its early history.