Ike Rockenfield

Ike Rockenfield was a professional baseball player born in 1876, who played the game during the early years of the 20th century, a time when baseball was evolving into the sport we know today. His career spanned from May 5, 1905, to October 7, 1906, during which he played primarily as a position player. Over the course of 122 games, Rockenfield recorded a total of 91 hits and drove in 24 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .221. While he did not hit any home runs, he demonstrated speed on the bases, stealing 11 bases throughout his time in the major leagues. Rockenfield's playing style was representative of his era, which was characterized by a focus on speed and contact hitting rather than power. His contributions to the teams he played for were significant in the context of the early 1900s, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-driven game. Though Rockenfield's statistical profile may not reflect the prowess of more celebrated players, his presence in the game during its formative years remains a part of baseball history.