Patrick Larkins

Patrick Larkins was a professional baseball player born in 1860, whose brief career spanned from May 29, 1884, to July 16, 1884. Primarily serving as a position player, Larkins participated in 17 games during his time in the major leagues. He recorded a total of 17 hits, achieving a batting average of .243, though he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, finishing his career without any RBIs or stolen bases. Larkins played in an era that was just beginning to evolve from the early days of baseball, where the rules and style of play were still being defined. While his career was short-lived, his presence on the field contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history during the 1880s, a decade marked by the growing popularity of the game and the establishment of the National League. Though he did not leave a lasting statistical legacy, Larkins remains a part of the narrative of baseball's formative years.