Dave Zearfoss

Dave Zearfoss was a professional baseball player born in 1868, who played as a position player during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His career spanned from 1896 to 1905, a period marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-driven game. Zearfoss participated in 72 games over his career, accumulating a total of 42 hits. He concluded his playing days with a batting average of .208, reflecting the challenges of hitting during a time when pitchers often dominated. Throughout his career, Zearfoss contributed 17 RBIs and demonstrated his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases. While he did not record any home runs, his role as a reliable team player was significant in an era that focused on contact hitting and strategic play. Zearfoss’ time in the majors offered a glimpse into the evolving nature of baseball, as players and teams began to adapt to new strategies and styles of play that would shape the future of the sport. After retiring on July 8, 1905, Zearfoss remained a part of baseball history, representing the foundational years of a game that would grow into America's pastime.