Tom O'Malley, baseball player, 1982-1990

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

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

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