Beckley began his professional career in 1888 with the Pittsburgh Alleghenys. He quickly established himself as one of the team's top players, leading the league in hits and batting average in 1889. He was also named to the National League All-Star team in 1890.
In 1891, Beckley was traded to the Cincinnati Reds, where he continued to excel. He led the league in batting average in both 1892 and 1893, and was named to the National League All-Star team for the second time in 1892.
Beckley was traded to the St. Louis Cardinals in 1895, and he continued to be one of the best hitters in the league. He led the National League in batting average in 1897, and was named to the National League All-Star team for the third time in 1898.
Beckley's career totals include a .308 batting average, 2,930 hits, and 1,788 runs batted in. He is also remembered for hitting the first inside-the-park home run in the history of the National League.
Beckley was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1971, and his legacy as one of the most talented players of his era lives on. He is remembered for his consistent hitting, strong defense, and powerful hitting.
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