Joe Matthews

Joe Matthews, born in 1898, had a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball during the early 1920s. He played as a position player for a short span, making his debut on September 18, 1922. Matthews appeared in a total of three games before his career concluded on September 22, 1922. Unfortunately, his time on the field did not yield any hits, runs, or RBIs, resulting in a batting average of 0.0 and no recorded stolen bases. Though Matthews's playing career was limited, he remains a part of baseball history as a representative of the era that followed the deadball period, a time characterized by the transition into a more offensively driven game. His experience highlights the challenges faced by many players during the early years of professional baseball, where opportunities were scarce, and the competition for roster spots was fierce. Despite the lack of statistical achievements, Matthews's presence in the league contributes to the rich tapestry of baseball's past.