Ed Ford
Born: 4/10/1862 in Richmond, VA, USA
Died: 6/8/1931 in Richmond, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1884-10-09 | Final Game: 1884-10-10
Height: 5'9" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Edgar Lee Ford
Biography
Ed Ford, born in 1862, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in the Major Leagues during the late 19th century. He played from October 9 to October 10, 1884, a time when baseball was evolving rapidly, transitioning from its early, rudimentary forms to the more organized and competitive game it would become. Ford appeared in just 2 games during his time in the league, where he unfortunately did not register any hits, home runs, or RBIs, finishing with a batting average of 0.0 and no stolen bases.
Despite the limited scope of his playing career, Ford was part of a significant era in baseball history, marked by the establishment of more structured leagues and the growing popularity of the sport among fans. His experience reflects the challenges faced by many players in the early days of professional baseball, where opportunities were scarce and competition was fierce. Although Ford's statistical contributions were minimal, his participation in the Major Leagues places him within the rich tapestry of baseball's historical narrative, serving as a reminder of the many individuals who contributed to the game during its formative years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | RIC | AA | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | RIC | 1B | 1 | 0 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1884 | RIC | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Shortstop | 1 |