Tom Miller
Born: 1850 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 5/29/1876 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1874-10-24 | Final Game: 1875-10-29
Height: 5'6" | Weight: 136 lbs
Full name: Thomas P. Miller
Biography
Tom Miller was a professional baseball player born in 1850, whose brief career spanned from 1874 to 1875. As a position player, he participated in a total of 60 games during his time in the leagues. Miller recorded 43 hits, contributing 17 runs batted in (RBIs) to his teams. Although he did not hit any home runs, his playing style was characterized by a focus on contact hitting, as evidenced by his batting average of .187. Additionally, he showcased some speed on the base paths with 2 stolen bases.
Miller played during an era of early professional baseball, a time when the game was evolving rapidly with the establishment of more formalized leagues and the introduction of newer playing styles. His contributions, while modest in statistical terms, reflect the dedication and spirit of players who laid the groundwork for future generations in the sport. Though he may not be a household name, Miller's participation in the formative years of baseball is a testament to the rich history of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | 230 | 19 | 43 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 0.187 | 0.190 | 0.196 | 0.386 | -1175.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1874 | PH1 | 4 | 16 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.500 | 0.0 | |
| 1875 | SL2 | 56 | 214 | 18 | 35 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 0.164 | -1175.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| C | 57 | 4 | 206 | 61 | 57 | 3 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1874 | PH1 | C | 4 | 4 | 21 | 2 | 6 | 0 |
| 1874 | PH1 | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1875 | SL2 | C | 53 | 0 | 185 | 59 | 51 | 3 |
| 1875 | SL2 | 3B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 57 |
| Third Base | 2 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 1 |