Bingo DeMoss, baseball player, Final season: 1928

Bingo DeMoss

Born: 9/5/1889 in Topeka, KS, USA

Died: 1/25/1965 in Chicago, IL, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Elwood DeMoss

Biography

Bingo DeMoss, born in 1889, was a position player who had a career stretching from 1928 until his final game on July 29 of that year. Despite his brief time in Major League Baseball, DeMoss's story reflects the complexities and challenges faced by players during the late 1920s, a period that marked the transition from the deadball era into a more power-oriented game. Throughout his career, DeMoss did not appear in any official games, resulting in career statistics that include 0 games played, 0 hits, 0 home runs, 0 RBIs, a batting average of 0.0, and 0 stolen bases. While his on-field contributions may not be recorded in conventional statistics, his journey through the sport exemplifies the many players who aspired to make their mark during a transformative time in baseball history. DeMoss’s legacy serves as a reminder of the dedication and passion that underpin the sport, even for those who never had the opportunity to showcase their talents in the major leagues.