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Hardy Richardson ( April 21 , 1855 - January 14 , 1931 ) was a Second Basemen and Outfielder mostly, in the Major Leagues for a number of teams throughout the 19th Century . The majority of Richardson's career came with the Buffalo Bisons (1879-85). He batted and threw right-handed. Born in Clarksboro, New Jersey , Richardson played every position at some point, but was known for his play at second base with Buffalo when he was a member of the "Big Four," a star infield that the Detroit Wolverines purchased from the Bisons for 7000 Dollar s. They won Detroit the National League pennant and the World Series in 1887 . Other members of the "Big Four" included Dan Brouthers , Jack Rowe , and Deacon White . Richardson's best season probably came in 1890 with the Boston Reds , when he had 181 hits in 555 at bats, a .326 batting average, while also compiling a career-high 13 home runs and 146 RBI's. He picked up 42 stolen bases and 126 runs scored as well. In a 14-season career, Richardson compiled a .299 Batting Average with 70 Home Run s and 822 RBI's in 1331 games. He had 205 career Stolen Base s and 1120 Runs Scored . Richardson had 1688 career Hits in 5642 At Bat s. Richardson died in Utica, New York . He was 75. HIGHLIGHTS
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