Tommy Hanson
Born: 8/28/1986 in Tulsa, OK, USA
Died: 11/9/2015 in Atlanta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 2009-06-07 | Final Game: 2013-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Thomas J Hanson
Biography
Tommy Hanson was a talented pitcher who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball during his career from 2009 to 2013. Born in 1986, Hanson quickly rose through the ranks and made his debut with the Atlanta Braves, where he showcased a powerful right arm and a competitive spirit. Over his career, he compiled a record of 49-35 with a 3.8 ERA, amassing 648 strikeouts. His ability to dominate hitters with a mix of pitches marked him as a noteworthy player of his generation, even as he faced challenges that would ultimately affect his career longevity.
Hanson was recognized for his potential early on, earning the title of Rookie of the Month during his debut season. This accolade set the stage for what many anticipated would be a long and successful career. Despite the ups and downs typical of a pitcher's journey, including injuries that hampered his performance, he left an indelible mark on the game during his time on the mound. His contributions to the Braves, particularly in the early 2010s, were part of a competitive era in the National League, where pitching prowess was deeply valued. Tommy Hanson retired with a legacy as a skilled pitcher who exemplified the challenges and triumphs faced by many in the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | 35 | 123 | 121 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 708.0 | 659 | 299 | 78 | 249 | 648 | 3.80 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | ATL | NL | 11 | 4 | 21 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 127.7 | 105 | 41 | 46 | 116 | 2.89 | 2702.9 |
| 2010 | ATL | NL | 10 | 11 | 34 | 34 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 202.7 | 182 | 75 | 56 | 173 | 3.33 | 4084.0 |
| 2011 | ATL | NL | 11 | 7 | 22 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 130.0 | 106 | 52 | 46 | 142 | 3.60 | 903.9 |
| 2012 | ATL | NL | 13 | 10 | 31 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 174.7 | 183 | 87 | 71 | 161 | 4.48 | -2494.6 |
| 2013 | LAA | AL | 4 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 73.0 | 83 | 44 | 30 | 56 | 5.42 | -1454.4 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 123 | 187 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 92 | 0.059 | 0.083 | 0.059 | 0.142 | -1480.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | ATL | NL | 21 | 37 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 20 | 0.054 | 0.0 |
| 2010 | ATL | NL | 34 | 62 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 27 | 0.097 | -746.9 |
| 2011 | ATL | NL | 22 | 39 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0.051 | 0.0 |
| 2012 | ATL | NL | 31 | 49 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 30 | 0.020 | -733.2 |
| 2013 | LAA | AL | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | NLDS2 | ATL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Career Pitching
| W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 9.00 |
Playoff Pitching by Year
| Year | Round | Team | W | L | G | GS | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | NLDS2 | ATL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 9.00 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 123 | 121 | 38 | 77 | 13 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | ATL | P | 21 | 21 | 12 | 16 | 2 | 1 |
| 2010 | ATL | P | 34 | 34 | 15 | 25 | 3 | 3 |
| 2011 | ATL | P | 22 | 22 | 2 | 14 | 2 | 0 |
| 2012 | ATL | P | 31 | 31 | 2 | 15 | 5 | 1 |
| 2013 | LAA | P | 15 | 13 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 123 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Rookie of the Month | June |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | LAA | AL | $3,725,000 |
| 2012 | ATL | NL | $535,000 |
| 2011 | ATL | NL | $456,500 |
| 2010 | ATL | NL | $435,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $5,151,500 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 3rd | 37.0 | 160 | 2 |