Jerry D'Arcy

Jerry D'Arcy was a professional baseball player born in 1885, whose career spanned a brief period in the early 20th century. He played in the major leagues for a very short time, appearing in just two games from September 23 to September 28, 1911. D'Arcy's role as a position player was marked by an unfortunate lack of statistical success; he finished his career with a batting average of 0.0, recording zero hits, home runs, or RBIs, along with no stolen bases. Though D'Arcy's time in Major League Baseball was limited, the era in which he played was significant in the evolution of the game. The early 1910s were a transitional period for baseball, as the sport was beginning to move away from the deadball era, characterized by low-scoring games and a focus on pitching and defense. D'Arcy's brief stint in the majors serves as a reminder of the countless players who have attempted to make their mark in the sport, many of whom, like him, had fleeting moments in the spotlight.