Bernard Patrick Conroy (March 14, 1871 – November 25, 1937) was a professional

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player. He played one season in

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, primarily as an

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. As a nineteen-year-old, Conroy was the starting shortstop for the

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of the American Association in 1890, their last year of existence. He led the team in

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with 117.

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