Tom Lee
Born: 6/8/1862 in Milwaukee, WI, USA
Died: 3/4/1886 in Milwaukee, WI, USA
MLB Debut: 1884-06-14 | Final Game: 1884-09-16
Height: 5'8" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Thomas Frank Lee
Biography
Tom Lee was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the late 19th century, a time when the game was transitioning from the deadball era into a more modern style of play. Born in 1862, Lee's career spanned from 1884 until September 16 of the same year. He played in a total of 18 games, finishing with a win-loss record of 6-12 and an earned run average (ERA) of 3.5. Over the course of his brief career, he struck out 95 batters, showcasing his ability to dominate hitters despite the challenges of his era.
Lee's contributions to his teams were significant, even if his career was relatively short. His pitching style reflected the evolving strategies of the time, as he navigated the complexities of the early professional leagues. While he did not record any saves, his strikeout total indicates a strong capacity for overpowering opposing batters, a trait that would become increasingly valuable in the years that followed. Though his career did not achieve widespread acclaim, Tom Lee remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the sport's development during a pivotal period.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 12 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 167.3 | 176 | 65 | 13 | 44 | 95 | 3.50 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | BLU | UA | 5 | 8 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 122.0 | 121 | 46 | 29 | 81 | 3.39 | 1075.5 |
| 1884 | CHC | NL | 1 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 45.3 | 55 | 19 | 15 | 14 | 3.77 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 106 | 11 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 0.245 | 0.279 | 0.264 | 0.543 | 49.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | BLU | UA | 21 | 82 | 11 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0.280 | 49.3 |
| 1884 | CHC | NL | 6 | 24 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.125 | 49.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 3 | 0 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 1 |
| OF | 6 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| P | 20 | 0 | 15 | 34 | 6 | 1 |
| SS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | BLU | P | 15 | 0 | 7 | 28 | 5 | 1 |
| 1884 | BLU | 3B | 3 | 0 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 1 |
| 1884 | BLU | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1884 | BLU | OF | 6 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| 1884 | CHN | P | 5 | 0 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 1884 | CHN | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 20 |
| Third Base | 3 |
| Shortstop | 2 |
| Center Field | 3 |
| Right Field | 3 |