Jim McLaughlin

Jim McLaughlin was a professional baseball player born in 1902, whose brief Major League career spanned a single day on April 18, 1932. Primarily serving as a position player, McLaughlin's time in the spotlight was limited to just one game, in which he recorded no hits and a batting average of 0.0. However, he did manage to contribute one run batted in (RBI) during this appearance, showcasing his potential impact in a critical moment despite the lack of hits. McLaughlin's career unfolded during an era of baseball marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented game. While his time in the big leagues was fleeting, his participation reflects the competitive nature of the sport and the challenges faced by players vying for a spot on a Major League roster. Though he played in only one game, Jim McLaughlin remains a part of baseball history, representative of the many players whose aspirations brought them to the highest level of the sport, if only briefly.