Tony York
Born: 11/27/1912 in Irene, TX, USA
Died: 4/18/1970 in Hillsboro, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1944-04-18 | Final Game: 1944-06-25
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Tony Batton York
Biography
Tony York was a professional baseball player born in 1912, who made his mark in the sport during a brief career that spanned from April 18, 1944, to June 25, 1944. Playing as a position player, York participated in 28 games in Major League Baseball, where he demonstrated his skills at the plate with 20 hits and a batting average of .235. Although he did not hit any home runs during his time in the league, he contributed 7 runs batted in (RBIs) to his team's efforts.
York's career unfolded during a unique period in baseball history, as World War II influenced the composition of major league rosters, with many players serving in the military. Despite the challenges of this era, York managed to carve out a spot in the major leagues, showcasing his talent in a competitive environment. While his time in the big leagues was short-lived, his legacy as a player from this distinctive era remains a part of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 85 | 4 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 0.235 | 0.270 | 0.247 | 0.517 | -329.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | CHC | NL | 28 | 85 | 4 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 0.235 | -329.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 12 | 0 | 13 | 29 | 0 | 2 |
| SS | 15 | 0 | 26 | 52 | 5 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | CHN | 3B | 12 | 0 | 13 | 29 | 0 | 2 |
| 1944 | CHN | SS | 15 | 0 | 26 | 52 | 5 | 5 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Third Base | 12 |
| Shortstop | 15 |