Lew Carr

Lew Carr was a professional baseball player born in 1872, whose career spanned a brief yet notable period from July 2, 1901, to July 13, 1901. As a position player, Carr participated in 9 games during his time in the Major Leagues. He achieved a batting average of .250, recording 7 hits, 4 RBIs, and no home runs. Despite not being a prolific base stealer, finishing with 0 stolen bases, Carr contributed to his team's offensive efforts during the early 20th century, a time defined by the shift away from the deadball era towards a new era of baseball. Carr's career, though short-lived, came at a time when baseball was evolving, with players beginning to embrace a more aggressive and strategic style of play. While he did not leave a lasting statistical legacy, his participation in the Major Leagues during this transformative period remains a part of the sport’s rich history. Carr exemplified the spirit of early baseball, where every player, regardless of their statistics, played a role in shaping the game we recognize today.