Tom Long was born in 1898 and had a brief career in Major League Baseball, playing as a position player for a single game on April 26, 1924. His time in the league was marked by a singular appearance, during which he did not record any hits, runs batted in, or home runs, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. With zero stolen bases to his name, Long's major league career remains a footnote in baseball history, representative of the many players who aspired to reach the highest level of competition but had limited opportunities.
Playing in the early 1920s, Long's career coincided with a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a time of increasing offensive production and excitement. While he may not have left a significant statistical legacy, Long's singular appearance serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who contributed to the rich tapestry of the game, each with their own unique story, even if only briefly illuminated on the professional stage.
