Paul Smith

Paul Smith was a professional baseball player born in 1888, whose career spanned from September 19, 1916, to October 1, 1916. As a position player, Smith made a brief yet notable impact in Major League Baseball, participating in a total of 10 games. During this short stint, he recorded 10 hits, contributing to a batting average of .227. He demonstrated a degree of speed on the basepaths, successfully stealing 3 bases and driving in 1 run, although he did not hit any home runs. Playing during an era characterized by the tail end of the deadball era, Smith's contributions came at a time when baseball was evolving with players increasingly focusing on power hitting. Despite the limited opportunities, his presence on the field highlighted the competitive nature of the game during the 1910s. Smith's career may have been brief, but it reflected the challenges and dynamics faced by players during this transformative period in baseball history.