Art Thomason
Born: 2/12/1889 in Liberty, MO, USA
Died: 5/2/1944 in Kansas City, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1910-08-10 | Final Game: 1910-08-31
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 150 lbs
Full name: Arthur Wilson Thomason
Biography
Art Thomason was a professional baseball player born in 1889, who played in the early 20th century, an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented game. His career spanned from August 10, 1910, to August 31, 1910, during which he appeared in 20 games as a position player. Although his tenure in Major League Baseball was brief, Thomason's contributions to the teams he played for were a testament to the grit and determination of players of his time.
In his limited time on the field, Thomason recorded 12 hits, achieving a batting average of .171. He demonstrated his capability on the basepaths with 3 stolen bases and contributed 2 RBIs to his teams. While he did not hit any home runs, his role as a speedster and a contact hitter highlighted the varied playing styles that were emerging during the early years of the sport. Despite the short duration of his career, Art Thomason remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the many players who laid the groundwork for future generations.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 70 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 0.171 | 0.227 | 0.200 | 0.427 | -358.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | CLE | AL | 20 | 70 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 0.171 | -358.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 20 | 18 | 29 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | CLE | OF | 20 | 18 | 29 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 2 |
| Right Field | 19 |