Walter Lonergan

Walter Lonergan was a professional baseball player born in 1885, whose career spanned a brief but noteworthy period from August 17, 1911, to September 22, 1911. Playing primarily as a position player, Lonergan participated in 10 games at the major league level, where he showcased his talent with a commendable batting average of .269. Over the course of his short tenure, he recorded 7 hits, contributing 1 run batted in (RBI) and successfully stealing 1 base. Despite not hitting any home runs, his ability to make contact with the ball displayed the skill set typical of players in the early 20th century, a time when the game was characterized by a focus on speed and contact hitting rather than power. Lonergan's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, just before the onset of the more explosive offensive styles that would dominate the sport in the following decades. While his time in the major leagues was limited, Lonergan's contributions to the teams he played for remain a testament to the diverse array of players who shaped the game during its formative years. His legacy, though not widely recognized, reflects the spirit of determination and athleticism that defined the early days of professional baseball.