Midre Cummings

Midre Cummings was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a career spanning from 1993 to 2005. Born in 1971, he established himself as a versatile position player in Major League Baseball (MLB), appearing in a total of 460 games throughout his career. Cummings played for several teams, showcasing his skills primarily as an outfielder. He recorded 286 hits and finished his career with a batting average of .257, along with 22 home runs and 124 runs batted in (RBIs). His speed on the basepaths was evident as he successfully stole 9 bases during his time in the league. Cummings made his MLB debut in a period marked by the increasing significance of power hitters and the evolving dynamics of the game. While he may not have been among the league's most prominent stars, his contributions were valued for their reliability and versatility. His career spanned a transformative era in baseball, bridging the transition from the pre-steroid era into a time when performance-enhancing drugs began to dominate headlines. Cummings' journey through the major leagues reflected the challenges and opportunities faced by players of his generation, and he remains a respected figure for his hard work and dedication on the field.