Charles Tolson
Born: 11/6/1898 in Washington, DC, USA
Died: 4/16/1965 in Washington, DC, USA
MLB Debut: 1925-07-03 | Final Game: 1930-08-16
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Charles Julius Tolson
Biography
Charles Tolson, born in 1898, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the game during the late 1920s. His career spanned from July 3, 1925, to August 16, 1930, during which he played as a position player in 144 games. Tolson showcased his skills as a solid hitter, finishing his career with a batting average of .284. Over his time in the league, he accumulated 78 hits, including 4 home runs, and recorded 45 RBIs, demonstrating his ability to contribute to his team's offensive efforts.
Playing in an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the lively ball era, Tolson's performance reflected the evolving nature of baseball during this time. His lone stolen base indicated a more measured approach to base running, aligning with the strategic style of play of the period. Although his career was relatively brief, Tolson's contributions on the field were a testament to the competitive spirit and talent present in the game during the late 1920s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 144 | 275 | 23 | 78 | 16 | 1 | 4 | 45 | 1 | 26 | 39 | 0.284 | 0.350 | 0.393 | 0.743 | -55.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | CLE | AL | 3 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1926 | CHC | NL | 57 | 80 | 4 | 25 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 0.312 | 114.8 |
| 1927 | CHC | NL | 39 | 54 | 6 | 16 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 17 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.296 | 101.0 |
| 1929 | CHC | NL | 32 | 109 | 13 | 28 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 19 | 0 | 9 | 16 | 0.257 | -271.6 |
| 1930 | CHC | NL | 13 | 20 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 0.300 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | WS | CHN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 60 | 0 | 542 | 34 | 9 | 42 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 | CLE | 1B | 3 | 0 | 32 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1926 | CHN | 1B | 13 | 0 | 104 | 7 | 1 | 11 |
| 1927 | CHN | 1B | 8 | 0 | 74 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| 1929 | CHN | 1B | 31 | 0 | 289 | 16 | 7 | 21 |
| 1930 | CHN | 1B | 5 | 0 | 43 | 4 | 1 | 6 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 60 |