Red Thomas
Born: 4/25/1898 in Hargrove, AL, USA
Died: 3/22/1962 in Fremont, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1921-09-13 | Final Game: 1921-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Robert William Thomas
Biography
Red Thomas, born in 1898, was a professional baseball player who made a brief yet notable impact during his career in the early 20th century. His time in Major League Baseball spanned from September 13 to September 28, 1921, during a period characterized by the transition away from the deadball era. Though his career was short, Thomas showcased his potential in the eight games he played, finishing with a batting average of .267. He recorded eight hits, including one home run, and drove in five runs, demonstrating his capability as a position player.
Despite the brevity of his playing time, Thomas contributed to the evolving landscape of baseball in the 1920s, a decade that would see the rise of power hitters and a shift toward more offensive play. His ability to make an immediate impact in his limited appearances marked him as a noteworthy figure, if only for a moment, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 30 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0.267 | 0.371 | 0.467 | 0.838 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | CHC | NL | 8 | 30 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 8 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | CHN | OF | 8 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 8 |