Ducky Hemp

William H. "Ducky" Hemp (December 27, 1862 – March 3, 1923) was an American professional baseball player whose career spanned seven seasons. Hemp played two of those seven seasons in Major League Baseball. Over his major league career, Hemp compiled a batting average of .214 with 25 hits, 2 doubles, 2 triples, 5 RBIs, and 4 stolen bases.

Professional career

Louisville Colonels Before entering the major leagues, Hemp played in the minors with the Memphis Reds of the Southern League in 1885, and later the Wichita Braves of the Western League in 1887. With the Braves, Ducky was noted as a fan favorite, and his nickname "Ducky" was given to him while he played with the Braves. Hemp would later become the first player from the Braves to play in the majors. He was buried at Calvary Cemetery in St. Louis.