Charlie Comiskey was an American professional baseball player and manager who was active during the late 19th century. He was famous for his time as a player-manager of the St. Louis Browns, a team he led to two consecutive American Association pennants in 1885 and 1886.

Comiskey was born in Chicago and began his baseball career in 1882 with the Chicago White Stockings of the National League. He played outfield and second base and was known for his strong defense and speed on the base paths. Comiskey spent two seasons with the White Stockings, and then moved to the St. Louis Browns in 1884.

As the Browns' player-manager, Comiskey quickly turned the team into a championship contender. He led the team to an American Association pennant in 1885, and then repeated the feat the following year. In 1887, Comiskey guided the Browns to the World Series, where they lost to the Detroit Wolverines.

Comiskey was a solid hitter as well, batting .287 over his career. He was often criticized for his aggressive managing style, which included frequent lineup changes and strategic use of the hit-and-run. Despite this, he was viewed as a successful leader, and earned the nickname "Commy" from the fans.

Comiskey continued to manage the Browns until 1894, when he was replaced by Patsy Tebeau. He retired from baseball after that season and went on to become the owner of the Chicago White Sox. Comiskey's legacy lives on in the form of the Comiskey Park, which was named after him in 1909. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1939.

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