Tim Thompson
Born: 3/1/1924 in Coalport, PA, USA
Died: 10/25/2021 in Lewistown, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1954-04-20 | Final Game: 1958-04-27
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Charles Lemoine Thompson
Biography
Tim Thompson was a professional baseball player born in 1924, whose career spanned from 1954 to 1958. Primarily playing as a position player, Thompson appeared in 187 games during his tenure in Major League Baseball. He finished his career with a batting average of .238, accumulating a total of 123 hits, 8 home runs, and 47 runs batted in. Known for his versatility on the field, he contributed to his teams with a combination of solid hitting and dependable defense, showcasing the skills typical of players during the mid-20th century.
Playing in an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to a time of increased offensive output, Thompson's contributions were significant, albeit understated. He also recorded 2 stolen bases, reflecting a style of play that valued speed and agility on the bases. While his statistics may not have placed him among the most celebrated players of his time, Thompson's role in the game during the 1950s exemplified the hardworking spirit of the era, making him a valuable asset to the teams he played for before his retirement on April 27, 1958.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 187 | 517 | 49 | 123 | 24 | 2 | 8 | 47 | 2 | 39 | 52 | 0.238 | 0.293 | 0.338 | 0.632 | -1134.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | BRO | NL | 10 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.154 | 0.0 |
| 1956 | KC1 | AL | 92 | 268 | 21 | 73 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 27 | 2 | 17 | 23 | 0.272 | -439.9 |
| 1957 | KC1 | AL | 81 | 230 | 25 | 47 | 10 | 0 | 7 | 19 | 0 | 18 | 26 | 0.204 | -694.7 |
| 1958 | DET | AL | 4 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 136 | 126 | 618 | 68 | 10 | 14 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | BRO | C | 2 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1954 | BRO | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | KC1 | C | 68 | 63 | 328 | 38 | 7 | 7 |
| 1957 | KC1 | C | 62 | 59 | 272 | 29 | 2 | 7 |
| 1958 | DET | C | 4 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 136 |
| Left Field | 1 |