Toby Harrah
Born: 10/26/1948 in Sissonville, WV, USA
MLB Debut: 1969-09-05 | Final Game: 1986-10-04
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Colbert Dale Harrah
Biography
Toby Harrah, born in 1948, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball who enjoyed a distinguished career spanning from 1969 to 1986. Harrah played in 2,155 games, during which he accumulated 1,954 hits, 195 home runs, and 918 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .264. Known for his versatility on the field, he excelled at both shortstop and third base, showcasing a keen defensive prowess that complemented his offensive contributions. Harrah's speed on the bases was notable as well, with a total of 238 stolen bases, making him a multifaceted threat in the lineup.
Throughout his career, Harrah was recognized for his talent, earning four All-Star selections, which highlighted his status as one of the top players of his era. Playing primarily during the 1970s and 1980s, a time marked by transformative changes in the game, Harrah adapted to the evolving styles of play and made significant contributions to the teams he represented, including the Cleveland Indians and the Texas Rangers. His legacy as a durable and reliable player remains evident, as he left an indelible mark on the franchises he played for and on the game itself.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2155 | 7402 | 1115 | 1954 | 307 | 40 | 195 | 918 | 238 | 1153 | 868 | 0.264 | 0.365 | 0.395 | 0.760 | 15470.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | WS2 | AL | 8 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | WS2 | AL | 127 | 383 | 45 | 88 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 22 | 10 | 40 | 48 | 0.230 | -918.8 |
| 1972 | TEX | AL | 116 | 374 | 47 | 97 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 31 | 16 | 34 | 31 | 0.259 | -282.1 |
| 1973 | TEX | AL | 118 | 461 | 64 | 120 | 16 | 1 | 10 | 50 | 10 | 46 | 49 | 0.260 | -93.8 |
| 1974 | TEX | AL | 161 | 573 | 79 | 149 | 23 | 2 | 21 | 74 | 15 | 50 | 65 | 0.260 | 568.8 |
| 1975 | TEX | AL | 151 | 522 | 81 | 153 | 24 | 1 | 20 | 93 | 23 | 98 | 71 | 0.293 | 2746.7 |
| 1976 | TEX | AL | 155 | 584 | 64 | 152 | 21 | 1 | 15 | 67 | 8 | 91 | 59 | 0.260 | 1260.4 |
| 1977 | TEX | AL | 159 | 539 | 90 | 142 | 25 | 5 | 27 | 87 | 27 | 109 | 73 | 0.263 | 2595.7 |
| 1978 | TEX | AL | 139 | 450 | 56 | 103 | 17 | 3 | 12 | 59 | 31 | 83 | 66 | 0.229 | 368.6 |
| 1979 | CLE | AL | 149 | 527 | 99 | 147 | 25 | 1 | 20 | 77 | 20 | 89 | 60 | 0.279 | 1932.9 |
| 1980 | CLE | AL | 160 | 561 | 100 | 150 | 22 | 4 | 11 | 72 | 17 | 98 | 60 | 0.267 | 1157.2 |
| 1981 | CLE | AL | 103 | 361 | 64 | 105 | 12 | 4 | 5 | 44 | 12 | 57 | 44 | 0.291 | 950.8 |
| 1982 | CLE | AL | 162 | 602 | 100 | 183 | 29 | 4 | 25 | 78 | 17 | 84 | 52 | 0.304 | 3366.9 |
| 1983 | CLE | AL | 138 | 526 | 81 | 140 | 23 | 1 | 9 | 53 | 16 | 75 | 49 | 0.266 | 532.2 |
| 1984 | NYY | AL | 88 | 253 | 40 | 55 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 26 | 3 | 42 | 28 | 0.217 | -396.9 |
| 1985 | TEX | AL | 126 | 396 | 65 | 107 | 18 | 1 | 9 | 44 | 11 | 113 | 60 | 0.270 | 1879.0 |
| 1986 | TEX | AL | 95 | 289 | 36 | 63 | 18 | 2 | 7 | 41 | 2 | 44 | 53 | 0.218 | -197.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 244 | 223 | 418 | 620 | 18 | 130 |
| 3B | 1099 | 1050 | 781 | 1942 | 106 | 177 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 813 | 751 | 1331 | 2403 | 155 | 458 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | WS2 | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | WS2 | 3B | 7 | 5 | 6 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| 1971 | WS2 | SS | 116 | 97 | 181 | 307 | 23 | 69 |
| 1972 | TEX | SS | 106 | 104 | 166 | 308 | 20 | 64 |
| 1973 | TEX | 3B | 52 | 47 | 39 | 79 | 8 | 4 |
| 1973 | TEX | SS | 76 | 70 | 116 | 253 | 19 | 41 |
| 1974 | TEX | 3B | 3 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | TEX | SS | 158 | 157 | 281 | 466 | 29 | 98 |
| 1975 | TEX | 2B | 21 | 19 | 39 | 54 | 5 | 10 |
| 1975 | TEX | 3B | 28 | 11 | 16 | 52 | 2 | 4 |
| 1975 | TEX | SS | 118 | 115 | 198 | 375 | 22 | 68 |
| 1976 | TEX | 3B | 5 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| 1976 | TEX | SS | 146 | 146 | 290 | 473 | 36 | 81 |
| 1977 | TEX | 3B | 159 | 157 | 108 | 278 | 15 | 20 |
| 1977 | TEX | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1978 | TEX | 3B | 91 | 85 | 54 | 167 | 8 | 15 |
| 1978 | TEX | SS | 49 | 47 | 75 | 163 | 3 | 25 |
| 1979 | CLE | 3B | 127 | 124 | 91 | 160 | 16 | 19 |
| 1979 | CLE | SS | 33 | 15 | 22 | 55 | 3 | 11 |
| 1980 | CLE | 3B | 156 | 156 | 120 | 317 | 13 | 27 |
| 1980 | CLE | SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1981 | CLE | 3B | 101 | 101 | 63 | 179 | 13 | 12 |
| 1981 | CLE | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | CLE | 2B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | CLE | 3B | 159 | 158 | 126 | 279 | 12 | 25 |
| 1982 | CLE | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | CLE | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1983 | CLE | 3B | 137 | 136 | 101 | 273 | 11 | 32 |
| 1984 | NYA | 2B | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | NYA | 3B | 74 | 62 | 51 | 128 | 6 | 17 |
| 1984 | NYA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | TEX | 2B | 122 | 119 | 212 | 351 | 6 | 71 |
| 1985 | TEX | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | TEX | 2B | 93 | 83 | 166 | 211 | 7 | 49 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 244 |
| Third Base | 1098 |
| Shortstop | 815 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 21 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Player of the Week | Week of 1980-06-13 |
| 1975 | TSN All-Star | SS |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | TEX | AL | $700,000 |
| 1985 | TEX | AL | $650,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $1,350,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 20th | 9.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1975 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 15th | 16.0 | 336 | 0 |