Tom Delahanty
Born: 3/9/1872 in Cleveland, OH, USA
Died: 1/10/1951 in Sanford, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1894-09-29 | Final Game: 1897-06-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Thomas James Delahanty
Biography
Tom Delahanty, born in 1872, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1894 to 1909. As a position player, Delahanty made a notable impact during the late 19th century, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more modern style of play. Throughout his career, he appeared in 19 games, where he recorded 16 hits and accumulated a batting average of .239. While he did not hit any home runs, he contributed with 6 RBIs and showcased his speed on the bases with 4 stolen bases.
Although his time in Major League Baseball was relatively brief, Delahanty's presence on the field reflected the evolving nature of the game during his era. His ability to connect with the ball and drive in runs, albeit modestly, placed him among the ranks of players contributing to the growth of baseball in the late 1800s. While he may not be a household name today, Tom Delahanty's career serves as a snapshot of a transformative time in baseball history, illustrating the challenges and achievements of players who shaped the sport's early landscape.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 67 | 13 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 5 | 0.239 | 0.329 | 0.313 | 0.642 | -109.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1894 | PHI | NL | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1896 | CL4 | NL | 16 | 56 | 11 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 4 | 0.232 | -109.9 |
| 1896 | PIT | NL | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | -109.9 |
| 1897 | LS3 | NL | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 3B | 16 | 0 | 17 | 34 | 11 | 1 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1894 | PHI | 2B | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1896 | CL4 | 3B | 16 | 0 | 17 | 34 | 11 | 1 |
| 1896 | PIT | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1897 | LS3 | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 2 |
| Third Base | 16 |
| Shortstop | 1 |