Bill Hughes

Bill Hughes was a professional baseball player born in 1896, who played during a time when the game was transitioning into a more modern era. His career was brief, spanning only a single game on September 15, 1921. As a position player, Hughes faced the challenges of making an impact in a sport that was beginning to embrace new styles of play and strategies. In his sole appearance in Major League Baseball, Hughes had the opportunity to step onto the field but did not record any hits, runs, or RBIs, leaving him with a batting average of .0. Despite his limited playing time, Hughes's presence in the league reflects the competitive nature of the early 1920s, a period marked by the tail end of the deadball era, as teams started to adapt to the shifting dynamics of offensive play. His brief career serves as a reminder of the countless players who aspired to make their mark in the major leagues, often under challenging circumstances.