Frank Norton

Frank Norton, born in 1845, was a professional baseball player whose brief career in the sport is notable primarily for its rarity in the historical context of the game. He played as a position player during the early days of organized baseball, a period characterized by the establishment of formal leagues and the evolution of playing styles. Norton's major league career was remarkably short, spanning only a single game on May 5, 1871. In the game he participated in, Norton did not record any hits, runs, or RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .0. His only appearance in the major leagues highlights the challenges faced by many players in the nascent stages of professional baseball, where competition was fierce, and opportunities were often fleeting. Despite his limited statistical contributions, Norton's place in baseball history serves as a reminder of the sport's early development and the myriad players who contributed to its rich tapestry, even if only for a moment.