Joe Stanley

Joe Stanley was a professional baseball player born in 1881, whose career spanned from 1897 to 1909. Primarily playing as a position player, he participated in 216 games throughout his time in Major League Baseball. Stanley concluded his playing career with a batting average of .213, accumulating 148 hits, 76 RBIs, and 2 home runs. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the basepaths by stealing 20 bases during his career. Stanley's playing era fell within a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the emergence of more organized play and the establishment of the modern game. While not a superstar, his contributions as a reliable player in the lineup reflected the gritty, hardworking ethos of the time. His statistics may not highlight him as one of the greats, but his role in the development of the sport during the late 19th and early 20th centuries remains a significant part of baseball history.