Tom O'Malley
Born: 12/25/1960 in Orange, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1982-05-08 | Final Game: 1990-10-03
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Thomas Patrick O'Malley
Biography
Tom O'Malley was a professional baseball player born in 1960, who enjoyed a career in Major League Baseball from 1982 to 1990. Primarily playing as a position player, O'Malley appeared in 466 games and made significant contributions to his teams during his tenure. Over the course of his career, he recorded 310 hits, 13 home runs, and 131 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .256. Known for his versatility on the field, O'Malley also showcased speed with a total of 2 stolen bases.
O'Malley played during a transformative era in baseball, marked by increased offensive production and a shift in player dynamics. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, his consistent performance in the infield and ability to provide solid contributions off the bench made him a valued player on the teams he represented. His career reflects the dedication and hard work that defined many players of his generation, as he navigated the challenges and opportunities of the late 20th century in professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 466 | 1213 | 117 | 310 | 54 | 5 | 13 | 131 | 2 | 133 | 151 | 0.256 | 0.329 | 0.340 | 0.670 | -693.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | SFG | NL | 92 | 291 | 26 | 80 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 27 | 0 | 33 | 39 | 0.275 | 86.8 |
| 1983 | SFG | NL | 135 | 410 | 40 | 106 | 16 | 1 | 5 | 45 | 2 | 52 | 47 | 0.259 | -146.2 |
| 1984 | CHW | AL | 12 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1984 | SFG | NL | 13 | 25 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0.120 | 0.0 |
| 1985 | BAL | AL | 8 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.071 | 0.0 |
| 1986 | BAL | AL | 56 | 181 | 19 | 46 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 0 | 17 | 21 | 0.254 | -344.8 |
| 1987 | TEX | AL | 45 | 117 | 10 | 32 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 15 | 9 | 0.274 | -58.6 |
| 1988 | WSN | NL | 14 | 27 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.259 | 0.0 |
| 1989 | NYN | NL | 9 | 11 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.545 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | NYN | NL | 82 | 121 | 14 | 27 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 11 | 20 | 0.223 | -230.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 359 | 297 | 228 | 588 | 42 | 37 |
| SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | SFN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1982 | SFN | 3B | 83 | 74 | 59 | 160 | 8 | 9 |
| 1982 | SFN | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1983 | SFN | 3B | 117 | 112 | 70 | 213 | 18 | 12 |
| 1984 | CHA | 3B | 6 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | SFN | 3B | 7 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 1985 | BAL | 3B | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | BAL | 3B | 55 | 48 | 37 | 98 | 9 | 8 |
| 1987 | TEX | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | TEX | 3B | 40 | 31 | 21 | 56 | 3 | 3 |
| 1988 | MON | 3B | 7 | 6 | 4 | 15 | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | NYN | 3B | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | NYN | 1B | 3 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1990 | NYN | 3B | 38 | 16 | 26 | 33 | 1 | 4 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 3 |
| Second Base | 2 |
| Third Base | 359 |
| Shortstop | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | NYN | NL | $155,000 |
| 1989 | NYN | NL | $145,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $300,000 | ||