Hap Ward

Hap Ward was a professional baseball player born in 1885, who had a brief career in Major League Baseball. He played on May 18, 1912, for a single game, which ultimately defined his time in the league. During this game, Ward did not record any hits, runs, or RBIs, finishing with a batting average of 0.0. His career statistics reflect a fleeting moment in the sport, as he registered a total of 1 game played, with no stolen bases recorded either. Ward's singular appearance in the major leagues places him among the ranks of players whose careers were overshadowed by the vast tapestry of baseball history. His experience reflects the challenges many players faced during the early 20th century, a time when the game was evolving rapidly and opportunities could be fleeting. Despite his limited impact on the field, Hap Ward remains a part of the rich narrative of baseball's past, illustrating both the opportunities and obstacles that characterized the lives of early professional athletes.