Milt Thompson
Born: 1/5/1959 in Washington, DC, USA
MLB Debut: 1984-09-04 | Final Game: 1996-07-28
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Milton Bernard Thompson
Biography
Milt Thompson, born in 1959, was a versatile position player who enjoyed a productive Major League Baseball career from 1984 until 1996. Over the course of 1,359 games, Thompson compiled a solid batting average of .274, showcasing his ability to hit consistently at the plate. He recorded 1,029 hits and contributed 47 home runs and 357 RBIs throughout his career, demonstrating both speed and power. Notably, Thompson also excelled on the bases, stealing 214 bases, which highlighted his agility and strategic acumen in the game.
Thompson played during a transformative era in baseball, navigating the landscape of the late 1980s and early 1990s, a time marked by evolving player dynamics and increased athleticism. His contributions were significant not only as a player but also as a teammate, known for his positive influence in the clubhouse. While he may not have been a household name, Thompson's consistent performance and ability to impact games helped shape the teams for which he played, leaving a lasting impression on the history of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1359 | 3761 | 491 | 1029 | 156 | 37 | 47 | 357 | 214 | 336 | 635 | 0.274 | 0.335 | 0.372 | 0.708 | -549.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | ATL | NL | 25 | 99 | 16 | 30 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 11 | 11 | 0.303 | 136.4 |
| 1985 | ATL | NL | 73 | 182 | 17 | 55 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 7 | 36 | 0.302 | -48.0 |
| 1986 | PHI | NL | 96 | 299 | 38 | 75 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 23 | 19 | 26 | 62 | 0.251 | -507.1 |
| 1987 | PHI | NL | 150 | 527 | 86 | 159 | 26 | 9 | 7 | 43 | 46 | 42 | 87 | 0.302 | 406.6 |
| 1988 | PHI | NL | 122 | 378 | 53 | 109 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 33 | 17 | 39 | 59 | 0.288 | 271.0 |
| 1989 | STL | NL | 155 | 545 | 60 | 158 | 28 | 8 | 4 | 68 | 27 | 39 | 91 | 0.290 | 548.3 |
| 1990 | STL | NL | 135 | 418 | 42 | 91 | 14 | 7 | 6 | 30 | 25 | 39 | 60 | 0.218 | -1028.7 |
| 1991 | STL | NL | 115 | 326 | 55 | 100 | 16 | 5 | 6 | 34 | 16 | 32 | 53 | 0.307 | 897.5 |
| 1992 | STL | NL | 109 | 208 | 31 | 61 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 17 | 18 | 16 | 39 | 0.293 | 320.1 |
| 1993 | PHI | NL | 129 | 340 | 42 | 89 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 44 | 9 | 40 | 57 | 0.262 | -312.9 |
| 1994 | HOU | NL | 9 | 21 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | PHI | NL | 87 | 220 | 29 | 60 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 30 | 7 | 23 | 28 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | HOU | NL | 92 | 132 | 14 | 29 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 4 | 14 | 37 | 0.220 | -426.4 |
| 1996 | COL | NL | 14 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.067 | 0.0 |
| 1996 | LAD | NL | 48 | 51 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 10 | 0.118 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 30 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0.267 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | WS | PHI | 6 | 17 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0.294 |
| 1993 | NLCS | PHI | 6 | 13 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.231 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1063 | 868 | 2168 | 46 | 37 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | ATL | OF | 25 | 23 | 37 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| 1985 | ATL | OF | 49 | 36 | 78 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 1986 | PHI | OF | 89 | 69 | 212 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 1987 | PHI | OF | 146 | 124 | 354 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| 1988 | PHI | OF | 112 | 96 | 278 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| 1989 | SLN | OF | 147 | 139 | 348 | 5 | 8 | 1 |
| 1990 | SLN | OF | 116 | 105 | 232 | 4 | 7 | 0 |
| 1991 | SLN | OF | 91 | 76 | 207 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| 1992 | SLN | OF | 45 | 38 | 74 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 1993 | PHI | OF | 106 | 79 | 162 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| 1994 | HOU | OF | 6 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | PHI | OF | 79 | 55 | 119 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | HOU | OF | 34 | 16 | 45 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 | COL | OF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | LAN | OF | 17 | 6 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 397 |
| Center Field | 518 |
| Right Field | 182 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | LAN | NL | $300,000 |
| 1995 | HOU | NL | $525,000 |
| 1994 | PHI | NL | $1,375,000 |
| 1993 | PHI | NL | $1,475,000 |
| 1993 | SLN | NL | $300,000 |
| 1992 | SLN | NL | $1,616,667 |
| 1991 | SLN | NL | $1,516,667 |
| 1990 | SLN | NL | $866,667 |
| 1989 | SLN | NL | $505,000 |
| 1988 | PHI | NL | $240,000 |
| 1987 | PHI | NL | $140,000 |
| 1986 | PHI | NL | $95,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $8,955,001 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howard University | Washington | DC | 1978 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 17th | 3.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1987 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 17th | 4.0 | 336 | 0 |