Tom Daly, baseball player, 1913-1921

Tom Daly

Born: 12/12/1891 in Saint John, NB, CAN

Died: 11/7/1946 in Medford, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1913-09-23 | Final Game: 1921-09-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 171 lbs

Full name: Thomas Daniel Daly

Biography

Tom Daly was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a position player during the early 20th century, with his career spanning from 1913 to 1921. Born in 1891, Daly competed in a total of 244 games, where he made a mark for his consistent presence in the lineup despite the challenges of the era. He finished his career with 129 hits and a batting average of .239, demonstrating a solid, if not spectacular, offensive contribution to his teams. Notably, he recorded 55 RBIs throughout his career, showcasing his ability to drive in runs when opportunities arose. Daly played during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the transition from the deadball era into a time of increasing offensive output. While he did not hit any home runs, he did manage to steal 5 bases, illustrating a degree of speed and agility that complemented his playing style. Though he may not have garnered widespread fame, his contributions to the game during a pivotal time in baseball history remain part of the rich tapestry of the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
244 540 49 129 17 3 0 55 5 25 43 0.239 0.274 0.281 0.555 -1722.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 3 0 27 1 1 2
3B 5 0 3 2 1 0
C 144 0 480 112 17 17
OF 24 0 19 1 2 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 142
First Base 3
Third Base 5
Left Field 17
Center Field 1
Right Field 9