Roy Hawes

Roy Hawes was a professional baseball player born in 1926, who made a brief but noteworthy appearance in Major League Baseball during the 1951 season. He played as a position player, participating in three games with a single hit to his credit. Hawes finished his career with a batting average of .167, having recorded no home runs or runs batted in, and did not steal any bases. His time in the major leagues was short-lived, spanning from September 23 to September 30, 1951. Hawes' career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the integration of African American players and the evolution of playing styles. Although his major league career was limited, his participation in the sport at the highest level reflects the competitive nature of the era and the challenges faced by players vying for a spot on a roster. While he may not have had the statistics to secure a lasting legacy, Roy Hawes remains a part of baseball history as a player who reached the pinnacle of the sport, if only for a fleeting moment.