Dick Cotter

Dick Cotter was a professional baseball player born in 1889, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1911 until 1912. Over the course of his brief career, he appeared in 46 games, showcasing his skills primarily with the bat. Cotter accumulated 28 hits, resulting in a batting average of .28, which reflected his ability to connect with the ball during a time when offensive production was crucial for team success. Despite not hitting any home runs, he contributed significantly to his teams with 15 RBIs and demonstrated his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases. Cotter's career unfolded during the early years of the modern game, a period marked by the transition away from the deadball era and the increasing emphasis on offensive prowess. His contributions, though not marked by power hitting, underscored the importance of contact hitting and run production in the evolving strategies of early 20th-century baseball. While his time on the field was relatively short-lived, Cotter's presence in the game during this formative period left a mark on the landscape of baseball history.