Tommy Thompson
Born: 5/19/1910 in Elkhart, IL, USA
Died: 5/24/1971 in Auburn, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1933-09-03 | Final Game: 1939-06-09
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Rupert Lockhart Thompson
Biography
Tommy Thompson was a professional baseball player born in 1910, who played in Major League Baseball from 1933 until 1939. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 397 games, primarily as a position player. Thompson was known for his solid batting skills, finishing his career with a batting average of .266. He recorded 294 hits, including 9 home runs and 119 runs batted in, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively to his teams. Additionally, he demonstrated speed on the bases, amassing a total of 7 stolen bases.
Thompson's playing career unfolded during a time of significant transition in baseball, as the sport was evolving from the deadball era into a more offense-oriented game. His contributions on the field, while not the most heralded, reflected the hard-nosed style of play that characterized the era. While he may not have achieved superstar status, Tommy Thompson’s dedication and performance left a lasting impression in the memory of those who witnessed his career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 397 | 1107 | 142 | 294 | 34 | 4 | 9 | 119 | 7 | 108 | 63 | 0.266 | 0.335 | 0.328 | 0.663 | -1706.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | BSN | NL | 24 | 97 | 6 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 0.186 | -651.3 |
| 1934 | BSN | NL | 105 | 343 | 40 | 91 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 37 | 2 | 13 | 19 | 0.265 | -1111.5 |
| 1935 | BSN | NL | 112 | 297 | 34 | 81 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 30 | 2 | 36 | 17 | 0.273 | -204.5 |
| 1936 | BSN | NL | 106 | 266 | 37 | 76 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 31 | 12 | 0.286 | -90.7 |
| 1938 | CHW | AL | 19 | 18 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.111 | 0.0 |
| 1939 | CHW | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1939 | SLA | AL | 30 | 86 | 23 | 26 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 23 | 7 | 0.302 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 26 | 0 | 267 | 17 | 5 | 20 |
| OF | 253 | 0 | 587 | 30 | 16 | 6 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | BSN | OF | 24 | 0 | 64 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1934 | BSN | OF | 82 | 0 | 205 | 12 | 8 | 3 |
| 1935 | BSN | OF | 85 | 0 | 184 | 9 | 7 | 3 |
| 1936 | BSN | 1B | 25 | 0 | 265 | 17 | 5 | 19 |
| 1936 | BSN | OF | 39 | 0 | 94 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 1938 | CHA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1939 | SLA | OF | 23 | 0 | 40 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 25 |
| Left Field | 28 |
| Center Field | 51 |
| Right Field | 175 |