T. J. Brown

Born: 8/18/1915 in Des Moines, IA, USA

Died: 11/22/1973 in East Moline, IL, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'4" | Weight: 152 lbs

Full name: Thomas Julius Brown

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Biography

T. J. Brown, born in 1915, is an active professional baseball player known for his versatility as a position player. With a career spanning over the years, he has participated in 169 games and amassed a total of 135 hits, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively despite not hitting any home runs. Brown's career batting average stands at .244, complemented by 49 RBIs and 12 stolen bases, reflecting his skills in both hitting and base running. His contributions have earned him recognition, culminating in an All-Star selection, marking him as a notable player in the current baseball landscape. As an active player, Brown navigates the challenges of modern baseball while continuing to leave his mark on the game. His playing style emphasizes speed and contact hitting, allowing him to utilize his baserunning capabilities effectively. In an era that increasingly values power hitting, Brown's approach is a testament to the diverse skill sets that players can bring to the diamond. His ongoing career adds depth to the fabric of baseball history, as he engages with the evolving dynamics of the sport while striving to excel at the highest level.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
169	553	64	135	28	5	0	49	12	34	0	0.244	0.294	0.313	0.607	-1229.2

Career AVG .244 vs. league average .262 across their career seasons — 6.9% below league average.

Career OBP .294 vs. league average .332 across their career seasons — 11.5% below league average.

Career SLG .313 vs. league average .369 across their career seasons — 15.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.607 vs. league average 0.701 across their career seasons — 13.4% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	RBI	SB	BB	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1939	MRS	NAL	30	86	8	16	3	0	5	1	7	0.186	.274 (-32%)	.342 (-25%)	.393 (-44%)	.735 (-35%)	-513.4
1940	MRS	NAL	49	157	20	41	11	0	16	4	11	0.261	.267 (-2%)	.335 (-6%)	.387 (-15%)	.722 (-11%)	-298.5
1941	MRS	NAL	20	64	7	14	1	1	6	0	5	0.219	.262 (-17%)	.332 (-14%)	.373 (-29%)	.705 (-22%)	-223.9
1942	MRS	NAL	26	95	18	29	6	4	14	4	5	0.305	.253 (+20%)	.323 (+5%)	.349 (+29%)	.672 (+18%)	206.4
1943	MRS	NAL	7	21	4	6	0	0	3	1	0	0.286	—	—	—	—	0.0
1944	CAG	NAL	1	4	0	2	0	0	0	1	0	0.500	—	—	—	—	0.0
1944	MRS	NAL	21	85	5	18	4	0	4	1	2	0.212	.261 (-19%)	.325 (-29%)	.357 (-28%)	.683 (-28%)	0.0
1945	MRS	NAL	2	8	1	2	0	0	0	0	1	0.250	—	—	—	—	0.0
1947	MRS	NAL	5	10	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	0.200	—	—	—	—	0.0
1947	CIC	NAL	6	16	0	4	2	0	1	0	3	0.250	—	—	—	—	0.0
1948	NBY	NN2	2	7	0	1	1	0	0	0	0	0.143	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
3B	6	5	6	12	2	1
SS	163	158	279	402	73	45

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1939	MRS	SS	30	30	57	69	13	8
1940	MRS	SS	49	48	84	109	24	12
1941	MRS	3B	1	1	1	2	0	1
1941	MRS	SS	19	19	20	51	6	4
1942	MRS	SS	26	25	43	84	7	10
1943	MRS	SS	7	7	9	11	3	2
1944	CAG	SS	1	1	3	2	1	0
1944	MRS	3B	4	3	3	8	2	0
1944	MRS	SS	18	18	46	44	11	5
1945	MRS	SS	2	2	5	11	2	1
1947	MRS	3B	1	1	2	2	0	0
1947	MRS	SS	3	1	1	4	0	0
1947	CIC	SS	6	5	7	12	4	2
1948	NBY	SS	2	2	4	5	2	1