David Solomon Birdsall (July 16, 1838 – December 30, 1896) was an American professional baseball player.

Birdsall first played in the National Association of Base Ball Players, for several teams between 1858 and 1869.

He was a member of the 1872 championship team, which finished first in the National Association with a record of 39–8.

[1] In 48 games with Boston during three seasons, Birdsall compiled a .264 batting average.

[2] Birdsall served with the 87th New York Volunteer Infantry in the American Civil War from June 1861 to July 1865.