Tommy Brown
Born: 12/6/1927 in Brooklyn, NY, USA
Died: 1/15/2025 in Altamonte Springs, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1944-08-03 | Final Game: 1953-09-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Thomas Michael Brown
Biography
Tommy Brown was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1944 to 1953. Born in 1927, Brown made his mark as a position player in Major League Baseball during a transformative era in the sport. He played a total of 494 games, showcasing his skills primarily as an infielder and outfielder. Throughout his career, he recorded 309 hits, including 31 home runs, and drove in 159 runs, culminating in a batting average of .241. Known for his speed on the basepaths, Brown also notched 7 stolen bases, demonstrating his ability to contribute offensively in various ways.
Brown's career unfolded during a time when baseball was evolving, particularly in the aftermath of World War II, as the sport sought to regain its footing and attract fans. While he may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the game and his resilience in a competitive environment left a lasting impact. Brown's journey through nearly a decade in the league reflects the dedication and talent required to succeed in Major League Baseball during the mid-20th century.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 494 | 1280 | 151 | 309 | 39 | 7 | 31 | 159 | 7 | 85 | 142 | 0.241 | 0.292 | 0.355 | 0.647 | -1859.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | BRO | NL | 46 | 146 | 17 | 24 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 8 | 17 | 0.164 | -1011.8 |
| 1945 | BRO | NL | 57 | 196 | 13 | 48 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 19 | 3 | 6 | 16 | 0.245 | -488.5 |
| 1947 | BRO | NL | 15 | 34 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.235 | 0.0 |
| 1948 | BRO | NL | 54 | 145 | 18 | 35 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 20 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 0.241 | -485.7 |
| 1949 | BRO | NL | 41 | 89 | 14 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 0.303 | 86.1 |
| 1950 | BRO | NL | 48 | 86 | 15 | 25 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 20 | 0 | 11 | 9 | 0.291 | 491.7 |
| 1951 | BRO | NL | 11 | 25 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.160 | 0.0 |
| 1951 | PHI | NL | 78 | 196 | 24 | 43 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 32 | 1 | 15 | 21 | 0.219 | 0.0 |
| 1952 | CHC | NL | 61 | 200 | 24 | 64 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 24 | 1 | 12 | 24 | 0.320 | 376.4 |
| 1952 | PHI | NL | 18 | 25 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0.160 | 376.4 |
| 1953 | CHC | NL | 65 | 138 | 19 | 27 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 0.196 | -519.4 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | WS | BRO | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 21 | 0 | 142 | 13 | 3 | 10 |
| 2B | 24 | 0 | 60 | 49 | 5 | 11 |
| 3B | 50 | 0 | 50 | 69 | 8 | 7 |
| OF | 93 | 0 | 158 | 6 | 12 | 0 |
| SS | 166 | 0 | 287 | 433 | 66 | 83 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | BRO | SS | 46 | 0 | 89 | 109 | 16 | 24 |
| 1945 | BRO | SS | 55 | 0 | 93 | 164 | 23 | 27 |
| 1945 | BRO | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1947 | BRO | 3B | 6 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 1947 | BRO | SS | 1 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 2 |
| 1947 | BRO | OF | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1948 | BRO | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1948 | BRO | 3B | 43 | 0 | 43 | 60 | 7 | 7 |
| 1949 | BRO | OF | 27 | 0 | 53 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 1950 | BRO | OF | 16 | 0 | 31 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1951 | BRO | OF | 5 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1951 | PHI | 1B | 12 | 0 | 83 | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| 1951 | PHI | 2B | 14 | 0 | 33 | 26 | 3 | 7 |
| 1951 | PHI | 3B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1951 | PHI | OF | 32 | 0 | 56 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 1952 | CHN | 1B | 5 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 1952 | CHN | 2B | 10 | 0 | 27 | 23 | 2 | 4 |
| 1952 | CHN | SS | 39 | 0 | 58 | 85 | 14 | 17 |
| 1952 | PHI | 1B | 3 | 0 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1952 | PHI | OF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1953 | CHN | SS | 25 | 0 | 44 | 68 | 12 | 13 |
| 1953 | CHN | OF | 6 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 21 |
| Second Base | 24 |
| Third Base | 49 |
| Shortstop | 166 |
| Left Field | 89 |
| Right Field | 6 |