Willie Tasby
Born: 1/8/1933 in Shreveport, LA, USA
Died: 4/3/2022 in Plant City, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1958-09-09 | Final Game: 1963-09-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Biography
Willie Tasby was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 1958 and 1963. Born in 1933, Tasby played primarily as a position player, demonstrating a versatile skill set that contributed to his teams over the course of 583 games. He finished his career with a batting average of .250, accumulating 467 hits, 46 home runs, and 174 RBIs. Known for his speed on the basepaths, he recorded 12 stolen bases during his time in the league.
Tasby's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, as the sport was evolving with changes in player demographics and strategies. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, Tasby played an essential role in the lineup for teams like the Baltimore Orioles and the Washington Senators. His contributions on the field and ability to perform in clutch situations left a lasting impression, making him a notable figure in the annals of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 583 | 1868 | 246 | 467 | 61 | 10 | 46 | 174 | 12 | 201 | 327 | 0.250 | 0.327 | 0.367 | 0.694 | -484.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | BAL | AL | 18 | 50 | 6 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 0.200 | -85.6 |
| 1959 | BAL | AL | 142 | 505 | 69 | 126 | 16 | 5 | 13 | 48 | 3 | 34 | 80 | 0.250 | -536.1 |
| 1960 | BAL | AL | 39 | 85 | 9 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 12 | 0.212 | -296.6 |
| 1960 | BOS | AL | 105 | 385 | 68 | 108 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 37 | 3 | 51 | 54 | 0.281 | -296.6 |
| 1961 | WS2 | AL | 141 | 494 | 54 | 124 | 13 | 2 | 17 | 63 | 4 | 58 | 94 | 0.251 | -56.5 |
| 1962 | CLE | AL | 75 | 199 | 25 | 48 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 17 | 0 | 25 | 41 | 0.241 | -222.6 |
| 1962 | WS2 | AL | 11 | 34 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0.206 | -222.6 |
| 1963 | CLE | AL | 52 | 116 | 11 | 26 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 15 | 25 | 0.224 | 54.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 543 | 472 | 1133 | 26 | 24 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | BAL | OF | 16 | 12 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1959 | BAL | OF | 137 | 123 | 320 | 13 | 11 | 4 |
| 1960 | BAL | OF | 36 | 22 | 47 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1960 | BOS | OF | 102 | 96 | 232 | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| 1961 | WS2 | OF | 139 | 134 | 332 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1962 | CLE | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1962 | CLE | OF | 66 | 46 | 105 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1962 | WS2 | OF | 10 | 8 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1963 | CLE | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1963 | CLE | OF | 37 | 31 | 53 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 67 |
| Center Field | 459 |
| Right Field | 48 |