Harry Imlay

Harry Imlay, born in 1889, was a professional baseball player whose brief career in Major League Baseball spanned the 1913 season. Imlay played as a position player, appearing in a total of 9 games. Despite his limited playing time and lack of recorded hits, runs batted in, or a batting average—finishing with a .0 average—his presence on the field during an era that was transitioning from the deadball period to a more offense-driven style of play reflects the challenges faced by many players of his time. Imlay's career in the majors was short-lived, from July 7 to September 27, 1913, and he did not achieve notable offensive statistics such as home runs or stolen bases. His experience serves as a reminder of the numerous players who aspired to make their mark in baseball, yet had only fleeting opportunities on the grand stage of Major League Baseball. While Imlay did not leave a lasting statistical legacy, his time in the league contributes to the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball history.