Bitsy Mott

Bitsy Mott, born in 1918, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1945. Mott's tenure in the league was notably during the post-World War II period, a time when baseball was experiencing a resurgence in popularity and the integration of African American players was beginning to reshape the game. He played for a single season, participating in 90 games and contributing to his team with a total of 64 hits and 22 runs batted in (RBIs). Mott finished his career with a batting average of .221, a statistic that reflects the challenges many players faced during that era in maintaining consistent offensive production. Although he did not hit any home runs, he did manage to steal 2 bases, showcasing his agility and speed on the field. Despite the brevity of his career, Bitsy Mott remains a part of baseball history, representing a generation of players who emerged during a pivotal moment in the sport’s evolution.