Gary Thomasson, baseball player, 1972-1980

Gary Thomasson

Born: 7/29/1951 in San Diego, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1972-09-05 | Final Game: 1980-10-06

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Gary Leah Thomasson

Biography

Gary Thomasson was a professional baseball player born in 1951, whose career spanned from 1972 to 1980. Primarily known as a position player, he made significant contributions on the field over the course of 901 games. Thomasson amassed a total of 591 hits and hit 61 home runs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs with a total of 294 RBIs. His batting average stood at .249, and he was also a threat on the bases, finishing his career with 50 stolen bases. Thomasson's playing style was characterized by his versatility and determination, which allowed him to thrive during a competitive era in Major League Baseball. He played in a time when the game was evolving, moving away from the deadball era and into a period where power hitting and speed on the bases became increasingly valued. Although his career may not have placed him among the most celebrated stars of his time, his contributions to the teams he played for reflected the grit and resilience that defined many players of his generation.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
901 2373 315 591 103 25 61 294 50 291 463 0.249 0.330 0.391 0.721 954.4

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
6 5 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.200

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1978 WS NYA 3 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.250
1978 ALCS NYA 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 163 90 998 66 20 83
OF 587 486 1188 32 38 7

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 164
Left Field 183
Center Field 254
Right Field 207
Designated Hitter 1