Gat Stires

Garret C. Stires was an American Major League Baseball right fielder in the 19th century. He played for the Rockford [Forest Citys] of the National Association of Professional [Base Ball Players|National Association] in 1871. He was a native of Hunterdon County, New Jersey.
As the Forest Citys starting right fielder, Stires was the team leader in run [batted in|runs batted in] and slugging percentage. In 25 games, he hit.273 with four doubles, six triples, two home runs, and 23 runs scored. He made 7 errors in 43 total chances in the outfield.
Stires died at the age of 83 in Oregon, Illinois.