Jack Hammond

Jack Hammond was a professional baseball player born in 1891, who made his mark in the Major Leagues from 1915 until 1922. Primarily a position player, Hammond played in a total of 45 games throughout his career. He recorded 22 hits, contributing to a batting average of .222. While he did not hit any home runs, his offensive contributions included 4 RBIs. Despite his modest statistics, Hammond was part of a transitional era in baseball as the sport began to evolve beyond the constraints of the deadball era, where speed and contact hitting were crucial. Hammond’s playing career spanned the years of World War I, a time when many athletes served in the military, impacting the composition of Major League rosters. He played during a period that saw the emergence of more powerful hitters and the gradual shift towards a more offensive style of play. Although he did not achieve superstar status, Hammond’s participation in the league during these pivotal years reflects the diverse tapestry of players who shaped the early 20th-century baseball landscape. After his retirement, Hammond's contributions, though not statistically dominant, remain a part of baseball's rich history.