Joe Dolan

Joe Dolan was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1896 to 1901. Born in 1873, Dolan's career spanned the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded game that would follow. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 323 games, accumulating 247 hits, 6 home runs, and 122 RBIs. He finished with a batting average of .214 and was known for his speed on the bases, stealing a total of 28 bases. Dolan's playing style reflected the gritty competitiveness of his era, where players often relied on speed and strategy as much as raw power. Though he may not have been among the most prolific hitters of his time, his contributions to his teams and his ability to utilize his speed made him a valuable player. His career, which ended on September 28, 1901, places him among the many athletes who helped shape the early foundation of professional baseball in America.