Hugh Nicol

Hugh Nicol, born in 1858, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball during the late 19th century, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively driven game. His professional career spanned from May 3, 1881, to August 2, 1890, during which he played in 888 games. Nicol was known for his speed on the basepaths, finishing his career with an impressive total of 383 stolen bases, a testament to his agility and base-running prowess. Throughout his career, Nicol accumulated 813 hits and posted a batting average of .235, alongside 272 runs batted in and 5 home runs. While his offensive numbers might not have placed him among the elite sluggers of his time, his ability to steal bases made him a valuable asset to his teams and a notable figure in the evolving landscape of baseball. Nicol's contributions to the game exemplified the dynamic style of play that was beginning to emerge in the sport as it transitioned into the modern era.