Tom Carey, baseball player, 1935-1946

Tom Carey

Born: 10/11/1906 in Hoboken, NJ, USA

Died: 2/21/1970 in Rochester, NY, USA

MLB Debut: 1935-07-19 | Final Game: 1946-07-07

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Thomas Francis Aloysius Carey

Biography

Tom Carey, born in 1906, was a versatile position player whose Major League Baseball career spanned from 1935 to 1946. Over the course of 466 games, Carey established himself as a reliable hitter, accumulating 418 hits and maintaining a batting average of .275. While he was not known for power, hitting just 2 home runs, he contributed significantly to his teams with 167 RBIs during his tenure in the league. His speed on the basepaths was minimal, as he recorded only 3 stolen bases, but his overall offensive contributions were notable in an era that valued contact hitting. Carey's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the tail end of the Great Depression and the early years following World War II. Despite the challenges of the times, he showcased his talent and determination, becoming a respected figure within the sport. His consistent performance and dedication to the game left a lasting impact, as he navigated the competitive landscape of the MLB during a time when the league was evolving both on and off the field.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
466 1521 169 418 79 13 2 167 3 66 73 0.275 0.308 0.348 0.655 -3622.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
2B 343 0 791 1049 52 218
3B 6 0 1 2 0 0
SS 83 0 134 220 12 40

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Second Base 343
Third Base 6
Shortstop 83