Andy Tomberlin
Born: 11/7/1966 in Monroe, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-08-12 | Final Game: 1998-06-21
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Andy Lee Tomberlin
Biography
Andy Tomberlin was a professional baseball player born in 1966, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1993 until his retirement in 1998. Primarily a position player, Tomberlin appeared in 192 games during his career, showcasing his versatility on the field. He recorded a total of 71 hits, 11 home runs, and 38 RBIs, concluding his time in the league with a batting average of .233. Additionally, he demonstrated base-running capability with 6 stolen bases, contributing to his team's offensive strategies during his tenure.
Tomberlin's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the post-strike recovery and the increasing emphasis on power-hitting. While he may not have reached the heights of some of his contemporaries, his contributions were a reflection of the grit and determination prevalent among players in that period. After his playing days, Tomberlin's experience and knowledge of the game continued to influence the baseball community, as he remained a respected figure for aspiring players and fans alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 192 | 305 | 40 | 71 | 6 | 2 | 11 | 38 | 6 | 26 | 103 | 0.233 | 0.304 | 0.374 | 0.677 | -440.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | PIT | NL | 27 | 42 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 14 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | BOS | AL | 18 | 36 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 12 | 0.194 | 0.0 |
| 1995 | OAK | AL | 46 | 85 | 15 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 4 | 5 | 22 | 0.212 | -304.0 |
| 1996 | NYN | NL | 63 | 66 | 12 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 9 | 27 | 0.258 | 84.3 |
| 1997 | NYN | NL | 6 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1998 | DET | AL | 32 | 69 | 8 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 25 | 0.217 | -220.6 |
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.00 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | BOS | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.00 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| OF | 84 | 40 | 81 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | PIT | OF | 7 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | BOS | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | BOS | OF | 11 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | OAK | OF | 42 | 20 | 45 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | NYN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | NYN | OF | 17 | 5 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | NYN | OF | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | DET | OF | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 1 |
| First Base | 1 |
| Left Field | 29 |
| Center Field | 18 |
| Right Field | 38 |
| Designated Hitter | 29 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | NYN | NL | $200,000 |
| 1996 | NYN | NL | $130,000 |
| 1995 | OAK | AL | $129,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $459,000 | ||