Dave Short

Dave Short was a professional baseball player born in 1917, who played as a position player during a brief career that spanned from 1940 to 1941. He made his mark in Major League Baseball as a member of the team for a total of seven games. Throughout his time on the field, Short recorded one hit, resulting in a batting average of .091. Despite the challenges of competing in the pre-war era, he demonstrated resilience and determination in pursuing his passion for the game. Short's career was marked by a limited statistical output, with no home runs or runs batted in to his name, along with zero stolen bases. His time in the major leagues was short-lived, concluding on April 29, 1941. While his major league contributions may have been minimal, players like Dave Short were part of the fabric of baseball during a time of significant change, as the sport was on the cusp of the larger transformations that would occur in the coming decades. His story reflects the perseverance of many athletes who aspired to make their mark in a competitive environment.