Hy Gunning

Hy Gunning was a professional baseball player born in 1888, who played in the early 20th century. His career in Major League Baseball spanned from August 8, 1911, to September 23, 1911, during a time when the game was characterized by its transition from the deadball era to a more offensively minded approach. Gunning served primarily as a position player, participating in a total of four games. Throughout his brief stint in the majors, Gunning recorded one hit and drove in two runs, concluding his career with a batting average of .111. While his statistics may not reflect the success of a long-standing player, Gunning contributed to the teams he was part of during a formative period in baseball history. His time on the diamond, albeit short, remains a part of the rich tapestry of the sport as it evolved in the early 1900s.