Tommy Madden
Born: 7/31/1883 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 7/26/1930 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1906-09-10 | Final Game: 1910-04-15
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Thomas Joseph Madden
Biography
Tommy Madden was a position player in Major League Baseball who had a brief career spanning from 1906 to 1910. Born in 1883, Madden played a total of 5 games during his time in the league, showcasing his skills primarily in the early years of the 20th century, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive style of play. Throughout his career, he recorded 4 hits, achieving a batting average of .250. Although Madden did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, his presence on the field contributed to the competitive landscape of baseball during his tenure.
Despite the limited number of games he played, Madden's involvement in baseball during this formative period of the sport reflects the challenges and dynamics faced by players of that era. The early 1900s were marked by evolving strategies and player roles, as teams began to adapt to changing fan expectations and the growing popularity of the game. While Madden's statistical contributions may not have made a lasting impact on the record books, his participation in the major leagues adds to the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing a time when the sport was still finding its identity.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 16 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.294 | 0.250 | 0.544 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | BSN | NL | 4 | 15 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
| 1910 | NYY | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | BSN | OF | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 4 |