Tommy Heath
Born: 8/18/1913 in Akron, CO, USA
Died: 2/26/1967 in Los Gatos, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1935-04-23 | Final Game: 1938-09-18
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Thomas George Heath
Biography
Tommy Heath was a professional baseball player born in 1913, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1935 until his retirement in 1938. Over the course of his brief career, Heath appeared in 134 games, during which he recorded 76 hits and achieved a batting average of .23. Known for his versatility on the field, he contributed 34 RBIs and hit three home runs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs despite a challenging era for hitters.
Heath's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball history, as the sport began to evolve from the deadball era toward a more offensive-minded approach. While he may not have been a star player, his presence on the field during the late 1930s contributed to the rich tapestry of the game as it prepared for the explosive years that followed. Despite finishing his career with no stolen bases, Heath's contributions in key moments reflected the grit and determination of players of his time, making him a notable figure in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 134 | 330 | 36 | 76 | 16 | 2 | 3 | 34 | 0 | 65 | 40 | 0.230 | 0.357 | 0.318 | 0.675 | -335.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | SLA | AL | 47 | 93 | 10 | 22 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 20 | 13 | 0.237 | -129.1 |
| 1937 | SLA | AL | 17 | 43 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 0.233 | 50.6 |
| 1938 | SLA | AL | 70 | 194 | 22 | 44 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 22 | 0 | 35 | 24 | 0.227 | -256.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 116 | 0 | 467 | 58 | 7 | 9 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | SLA | C | 37 | 0 | 97 | 10 | 2 | 3 |
| 1937 | SLA | C | 14 | 0 | 55 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 1938 | SLA | C | 65 | 0 | 315 | 42 | 5 | 5 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 116 |