Tony Curry
Born: 12/22/1937 in Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas
Died: 10/16/2006 in Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas
MLB Debut: 1960-04-12 | Final Game: 1966-07-16
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: George Anthony Curry
Biography
Tony Curry was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a brief but impactful career in Major League Baseball from 1960 to 1966. Born in 1937, Curry primarily played as a position player, showcasing his skills during a time when the game was evolving from the traditional styles of play seen in the earlier decades. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 129 games, accumulating 73 hits and achieving a batting average of .246. His offensive contributions included 6 home runs and 40 RBIs, reflecting a solid ability to contribute to his team's scoring efforts.
Curry's playing style was characterized by his versatility on the field, though he was not noted for speed, finishing his career with 0 stolen bases. Despite the challenges of competing in an era marked by the rise of more powerful hitters and the advent of advanced training methods, Curry made his mark with consistent performances. He retired on July 16, 1966, leaving behind a legacy as a dedicated player who contributed to the teams he was part of during a transformative period in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 129 | 297 | 33 | 73 | 16 | 2 | 6 | 40 | 0 | 20 | 69 | 0.246 | 0.295 | 0.374 | 0.668 | -29.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | PHI | NL | 95 | 245 | 26 | 64 | 14 | 2 | 6 | 34 | 0 | 16 | 53 | 0.261 | -29.3 |
| 1961 | PHI | NL | 15 | 36 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0.194 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | CLE | AL | 19 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 72 | 63 | 104 | 4 | 10 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | PHI | OF | 64 | 55 | 96 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| 1961 | PHI | OF | 8 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 61 |
| Center Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 11 |