Ray Thomas
Born: 7/9/1910 in Dover, NH, USA
Died: 12/6/1993 in Wilson, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1938-07-22 | Final Game: 1938-07-22
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Raymond Joseph Thomas
Biography
Ray Thomas was a professional baseball player born in 1910, who had a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball. He played as a position player, participating in a single game on July 22, 1938. In that game, Thomas managed to secure 1 hit, resulting in a batting average of .333, a remarkable figure given his limited opportunities at the major league level. While he did not hit any home runs or drive in any runs, his successful hit in that one appearance remains a highlight of his professional career.
Although Thomas's time in the majors was fleeting, his experience reflects the challenges faced by many players during the era, when opportunities were often limited and competition was fierce. His story serves as a reminder of the countless athletes who aspired to make their mark in baseball, even if only for a moment. The significance of Thomas's brief career lies in the glimpse it provides into the life of a player striving to achieve his dreams amidst the backdrop of a rapidly evolving sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.333 | 0.667 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | BRO | NL | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | BRO | C | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Michigan University | Kalamazoo | MI | 1930, 1931, 1932, 1933 |