Tommy Glaviano
Born: 10/26/1923 in Sacramento, CA, USA
Died: 1/19/2004 in Sacramento, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1949-04-19 | Final Game: 1953-09-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Thomas Giatano Glaviano
Biography
Tommy Glaviano was a professional baseball player born in 1923 who enjoyed a career spanning from 1949 to 1953. Primarily recognized as a position player, Glaviano played a total of 389 games in Major League Baseball. He made his mark in the league with a solid batting average of .257, accumulating 259 hits over his career, including 24 home runs and 108 RBIs. His ability to contribute offensively was complemented by his speed on the basepaths, as he recorded 11 stolen bases throughout his time in the majors.
Glaviano's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, shortly after World War II and before the expansion of the league in the 1960s. This period was characterized by a shift in player dynamics and strategies, as teams began to embrace more diverse playing styles. Glaviano's contributions as a reliable hitter and a versatile player added depth to the teams he represented, and he remains a notable figure from a pivotal time in baseball history. His legacy is preserved in the memories of fans and the statistics that reflect his impact on the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 389 | 1008 | 191 | 259 | 55 | 6 | 24 | 108 | 11 | 208 | 173 | 0.257 | 0.395 | 0.395 | 0.789 | 2395.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | STL | NL | 87 | 258 | 32 | 69 | 16 | 1 | 6 | 36 | 0 | 41 | 35 | 0.267 | 505.5 |
| 1950 | STL | NL | 115 | 410 | 92 | 117 | 29 | 2 | 11 | 44 | 6 | 90 | 74 | 0.285 | 1684.0 |
| 1951 | STL | NL | 54 | 104 | 20 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 26 | 18 | 0.183 | -187.2 |
| 1952 | STL | NL | 80 | 162 | 30 | 39 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 19 | 0 | 27 | 26 | 0.241 | 159.1 |
| 1953 | PHI | NL | 53 | 74 | 17 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 24 | 20 | 0.203 | 233.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 34 | 0 | 65 | 66 | 4 | 16 |
| 3B | 245 | 0 | 230 | 550 | 58 | 38 |
| OF | 17 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | SLN | 2B | 7 | 0 | 14 | 9 | 1 | 3 |
| 1949 | SLN | 3B | 73 | 0 | 67 | 181 | 19 | 15 |
| 1950 | SLN | 2B | 5 | 0 | 15 | 13 | 0 | 4 |
| 1950 | SLN | 3B | 106 | 0 | 103 | 255 | 25 | 16 |
| 1950 | SLN | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1951 | SLN | 2B | 9 | 0 | 18 | 25 | 1 | 6 |
| 1951 | SLN | OF | 17 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1952 | SLN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1952 | SLN | 3B | 52 | 0 | 46 | 95 | 10 | 5 |
| 1953 | PHI | 2B | 12 | 0 | 17 | 19 | 2 | 3 |
| 1953 | PHI | 3B | 14 | 0 | 14 | 19 | 4 | 2 |
| 1953 | PHI | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 35 |
| Third Base | 243 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
| Left Field | 2 |
| Center Field | 13 |
| Right Field | 2 |