John Somerlott

John Somerlott, born in 1882, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the early 20th century. His career spanned from September 19, 1910, to May 25, 1911, during a transitional period in baseball marked by the tail end of the deadball era. Primarily a position player, Somerlott played a total of 29 games in Major League Baseball, where he showcased his skills on the field. Throughout his brief career, Somerlott recorded 21 hits and finished with a batting average of .204. While he did not hit any home runs, he contributed with 4 runs batted in and demonstrated his speed on the bases with 4 stolen bases. Although his time in the league was short, Somerlott's presence in the game during a pivotal time in baseball history highlights the evolving nature of the sport, as players began to adapt from the strategy of the deadball era to the more dynamic style that would emerge in the years to come.