Tom Daley

Tom Daley was a professional baseball player born in 1884, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1908 until 1915. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 183 games, amassing a total of 113 hits and maintaining a batting average of .239. Despite not being known for his power, as evidenced by his zero home runs, Daley contributed to his teams with 29 runs batted in and demonstrated his speed on the bases with 18 stolen bases. Daley's playing career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, away from the deadball era's emphasis on pitching and low-scoring games. His style of play reflected the evolving dynamics of the sport, where speed and base running became increasingly valuable. Although his statistical contributions may appear modest by modern standards, Daley's presence in the game during this era encapsulated the hard-nosed style of baseball that characterized the early 20th century. He retired on July 9, 1915, leaving a legacy as a determined competitor who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.