Ned Crompton

Ned Crompton was a professional baseball player born in 1889, who played as a position player during the early 20th century. His career spanned from 1909 to October 8, 1910, a period characterized by a transition in baseball styles as the game began to evolve from the deadball era into a more offensive-oriented approach. Crompton appeared in 18 Major League games, where he accumulated a total of 10 hits, resulting in a batting average of .154. While he did not hit any home runs during his brief career, he contributed with 2 RBIs and managed to steal 1 base. Despite the limited number of games played and modest statistics, Crompton's presence in the early days of professional baseball reflected the challenges and opportunities faced by players in a rapidly changing sport. His time in the league, although short-lived, was part of the larger narrative of evolving player roles and the increasing popularity of baseball in America. Crompton's career serves as a reminder of the many players who contributed to the foundation of the game, even if their individual statistics did not achieve legendary status.