Tom Miller
Born: 7/5/1897 in Powhatan Court House, VA, USA
Died: 8/13/1980 in Richmond, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1918-07-29 | Final Game: 1919-05-13
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Thomas Royall Miller
Biography
Tom Miller was a professional baseball player born in 1897, whose career spanned a brief period from 1918 to 1919. He played primarily as a position player, appearing in a total of 9 games during his time in Major League Baseball. Miller recorded 2 hits over the course of his career, resulting in a batting average of 0.25. Although he did not hit any home runs or drive in runs, he did manage to steal 1 base, showcasing a glimpse of his speed on the base paths.
Playing during the tail end of World War I and into the post-war era, Miller's career coincided with a transitional time in baseball history. While his playing time was limited, his involvement in the game during this period reflects the challenges and changes faced by players and teams in a world recovering from global conflict. Despite his brief tenure in the majors, Miller remains a part of the tapestry of baseball history, representing the many individuals who contributed to the sport during its formative years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 | BSN | NL | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1919 | BSN | NL | 7 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
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College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Richmond | Richmond | VA | 1916, 1917, 1918 |