Tom Tresh
Born: 9/20/1938 in Detroit, MI, USA
Died: 10/14/2008 in Venice, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1961-09-03 | Final Game: 1969-09-29
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Thomas Michael Tresh
Biography
Tom Tresh was a notable position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1961 to 1969. Born in 1938, Tresh made an immediate impact upon his arrival in the big leagues, earning the Rookie of the Year award and the TSN Rookie of the Year honors, showcasing his potential as a key player for his team. Over the course of his career, he played in 1,192 games, accumulating 1,041 hits, 153 home runs, and driving in 530 runs. His career batting average stood at .245, complemented by a respectable total of 45 stolen bases.
Tresh was recognized for his versatile playing style, contributing both offensively and defensively. He earned two All-Star selections during his career, solidifying his status as one of the prominent players of his era. Playing primarily in the 1960s, a period characterized by a balance between pitching prowess and offensive displays, Tresh's contributions helped shape the landscape of the game during this time. His ability to perform at critical moments and his role in various teams left a lasting impression, marking him as a significant figure in baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1192 | 4251 | 595 | 1041 | 179 | 34 | 153 | 530 | 45 | 550 | 698 | 0.245 | 0.335 | 0.411 | 0.746 | 8503.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | NYY | AL | 9 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1962 | NYY | AL | 157 | 622 | 94 | 178 | 26 | 5 | 20 | 93 | 4 | 67 | 74 | 0.286 | 1492.8 |
| 1963 | NYY | AL | 145 | 520 | 91 | 140 | 28 | 5 | 25 | 71 | 3 | 83 | 79 | 0.269 | 2767.2 |
| 1964 | NYY | AL | 153 | 533 | 75 | 131 | 25 | 5 | 16 | 73 | 13 | 73 | 110 | 0.246 | 972.7 |
| 1965 | NYY | AL | 156 | 602 | 94 | 168 | 29 | 6 | 26 | 74 | 5 | 59 | 92 | 0.279 | 2433.9 |
| 1966 | NYY | AL | 151 | 537 | 76 | 125 | 12 | 4 | 27 | 68 | 5 | 86 | 89 | 0.233 | 1380.3 |
| 1967 | NYY | AL | 130 | 448 | 45 | 98 | 23 | 3 | 14 | 53 | 1 | 50 | 86 | 0.219 | 172.3 |
| 1968 | NYY | AL | 152 | 507 | 60 | 99 | 18 | 3 | 11 | 52 | 10 | 76 | 97 | 0.195 | -161.6 |
| 1969 | DET | AL | 94 | 331 | 46 | 74 | 13 | 1 | 13 | 37 | 2 | 39 | 47 | 0.224 | -24.8 |
| 1969 | NYY | AL | 45 | 143 | 13 | 26 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 17 | 23 | 0.182 | -24.8 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 65 | 10 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 8 | 17 | 0.277 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | WS | NYA | 7 | 22 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 0.273 |
| 1963 | WS | NYA | 4 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0.200 |
| 1962 | WS | NYA | 7 | 28 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0.321 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 65 | 65 | 44 | 182 | 10 | 15 |
| OF | 727 | 717 | 1380 | 50 | 31 | 6 |
| SS | 351 | 345 | 597 | 1037 | 62 | 180 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | NYA | SS | 3 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 1962 | NYA | SS | 111 | 111 | 201 | 312 | 16 | 51 |
| 1962 | NYA | OF | 43 | 43 | 89 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
| 1963 | NYA | OF | 144 | 141 | 305 | 6 | 6 | 1 |
| 1964 | NYA | OF | 146 | 144 | 259 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1965 | NYA | OF | 154 | 154 | 283 | 11 | 9 | 1 |
| 1966 | NYA | 3B | 64 | 64 | 43 | 179 | 9 | 15 |
| 1966 | NYA | OF | 84 | 83 | 181 | 12 | 3 | 3 |
| 1967 | NYA | OF | 118 | 117 | 198 | 9 | 6 | 1 |
| 1968 | NYA | SS | 119 | 117 | 199 | 409 | 31 | 70 |
| 1968 | NYA | OF | 27 | 27 | 45 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1969 | DET | 3B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1969 | DET | SS | 77 | 75 | 118 | 187 | 11 | 38 |
| 1969 | DET | OF | 11 | 8 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1969 | NYA | SS | 41 | 41 | 76 | 122 | 4 | 20 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 65 |
| Shortstop | 348 |
| Left Field | 521 |
| Center Field | 291 |
| Right Field | 28 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1965 | Gold Glove | OF |
| 1962 | Rookie of the Year | |
| 1962 | TSN All-Star | SS |
| 1962 | TSN Rookie of the Year |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Michigan University | Mount Pleasant | MI | 1957 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 19th | 5.0 | 280 | 0 |
| 1965 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 9th | 23.0 | 280 | 0 |
| 1963 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 11th | 38.0 | 280 | 1 |
| 1962 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 12th | 30.0 | 280 | 1 |
| 1962 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 1st | 13.0 | 20 | 13 |