Tommy McCraw
Born: 11/21/1940 in Malvern, AR, USA
MLB Debut: 1963-06-04 | Final Game: 1975-06-24
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 183 lbs
Full name: Tommy Lee McCraw
Biography
Tommy McCraw, born in 1940, was a versatile position player who enjoyed a professional baseball career spanning from 1963 to 1975. Over the course of his 1,468 games in Major League Baseball, McCraw compiled a batting average of .246, amassing 972 hits, including 75 home runs and 404 RBIs. Known for his speed on the bases, he recorded 143 stolen bases, showcasing his ability to impact games not just with his bat but also with his agility.
McCraw played during an era that was marked by significant changes in the game, including the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-oriented style in the 1960s and 1970s. His contributions were particularly notable as he adapted to the evolving dynamics of baseball, bringing a blend of power and speed to the teams he represented. McCraw’s career remains a testament to the hard work and dedication of a player who found ways to contribute meaningfully to his teams throughout his time in the league.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1468 | 3956 | 484 | 972 | 149 | 42 | 75 | 404 | 143 | 332 | 544 | 0.246 | 0.309 | 0.361 | 0.670 | -1267.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | CHW | AL | 102 | 280 | 38 | 71 | 11 | 3 | 6 | 33 | 15 | 21 | 46 | 0.254 | 25.6 |
| 1964 | CHW | AL | 125 | 368 | 47 | 96 | 11 | 5 | 6 | 36 | 15 | 32 | 65 | 0.261 | 53.2 |
| 1965 | CHW | AL | 133 | 273 | 38 | 65 | 12 | 1 | 5 | 21 | 12 | 25 | 48 | 0.238 | -176.2 |
| 1966 | CHW | AL | 151 | 389 | 49 | 89 | 16 | 4 | 5 | 48 | 20 | 29 | 40 | 0.229 | -779.2 |
| 1967 | CHW | AL | 125 | 453 | 55 | 107 | 18 | 3 | 11 | 45 | 24 | 33 | 55 | 0.236 | -240.5 |
| 1968 | CHW | AL | 136 | 477 | 51 | 112 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 44 | 20 | 36 | 58 | 0.235 | 250.3 |
| 1969 | CHW | AL | 93 | 240 | 21 | 62 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 25 | 1 | 21 | 24 | 0.258 | -66.7 |
| 1970 | CHW | AL | 129 | 332 | 39 | 73 | 11 | 2 | 6 | 31 | 12 | 21 | 50 | 0.220 | -1129.6 |
| 1971 | WS2 | AL | 122 | 207 | 33 | 44 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 25 | 3 | 19 | 38 | 0.213 | -108.8 |
| 1972 | CLE | AL | 129 | 391 | 43 | 101 | 12 | 5 | 7 | 33 | 12 | 41 | 47 | 0.258 | 438.2 |
| 1973 | LAA | AL | 99 | 264 | 25 | 70 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 24 | 3 | 30 | 42 | 0.265 | -132.1 |
| 1974 | LAA | AL | 56 | 119 | 21 | 34 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 2 | 12 | 13 | 0.286 | 236.1 |
| 1974 | CLE | AL | 45 | 112 | 17 | 34 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0.304 | 236.1 |
| 1975 | CLE | AL | 23 | 51 | 7 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 0.275 | 137.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 911 | 600 | 6581 | 513 | 68 | 552 |
| OF | 431 | 339 | 615 | 19 | 13 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | CHA | 1B | 97 | 69 | 673 | 47 | 5 | 65 |
| 1964 | CHA | 1B | 84 | 58 | 601 | 37 | 5 | 57 |
| 1964 | CHA | OF | 36 | 32 | 36 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 1965 | CHA | 1B | 72 | 14 | 251 | 22 | 2 | 18 |
| 1965 | CHA | OF | 64 | 46 | 85 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1966 | CHA | 1B | 121 | 66 | 843 | 67 | 9 | 56 |
| 1966 | CHA | OF | 41 | 29 | 50 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | CHA | 1B | 123 | 112 | 1167 | 110 | 11 | 92 |
| 1967 | CHA | OF | 6 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1968 | CHA | 1B | 135 | 123 | 1285 | 93 | 20 | 103 |
| 1969 | CHA | 1B | 44 | 17 | 254 | 14 | 3 | 21 |
| 1969 | CHA | OF | 41 | 38 | 48 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | CHA | 1B | 59 | 31 | 357 | 33 | 5 | 34 |
| 1970 | CHA | OF | 49 | 39 | 70 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 1971 | WS2 | 1B | 30 | 0 | 44 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 1971 | WS2 | OF | 60 | 41 | 90 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 1972 | CLE | 1B | 38 | 35 | 345 | 26 | 3 | 29 |
| 1972 | CLE | OF | 84 | 67 | 159 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | CAL | 1B | 25 | 22 | 219 | 22 | 1 | 27 |
| 1973 | CAL | OF | 34 | 29 | 49 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1974 | CAL | 1B | 29 | 17 | 147 | 11 | 0 | 10 |
| 1974 | CAL | OF | 12 | 10 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1974 | CLE | 1B | 38 | 27 | 285 | 24 | 3 | 28 |
| 1974 | CLE | OF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | CLE | 1B | 16 | 9 | 110 | 6 | 0 | 9 |
| 1975 | CLE | OF | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 915 |
| Left Field | 233 |
| Center Field | 91 |
| Right Field | 134 |
| Designated Hitter | 11 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Monica College | Santa Monica | CA | 1958 |