Tom Asmussen
Born: 9/26/1878 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 8/21/1963 in Arlington Heights, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1907-08-10 | Final Game: 1907-08-19
Throws: R | Height: 5'11"
Full name: Thomas William Asmussen
Biography
Tom Asmussen was a professional baseball player born in 1878 who played in the early 20th century, specifically from 1907 to 1910. His career in Major League Baseball, while brief, was part of a transformative era in the sport as it moved away from the deadball era towards a more offensive style of play. Primarily known as a position player, Asmussen's time in the league included appearances in only two games.
Despite his limited opportunity on the field, Asmussen's career stats reflect the challenges many players faced during this time, as he finished with 0 hits, 0 home runs, and 0 RBIs, resulting in a batting average of 0.0. While his statistical output was minimal, Asmussen’s presence in the early years of the 1900s contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball's history, highlighting the numerous athletes who aspired to make their mark in a rapidly evolving sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1907 | BSN | NL | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1907 | BSN | C | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 2 |