Tom Connolly, baseball player, 1915-1915

Tom Connolly

⭐ Hall of Fame 1953

Born: 12/30/1892 in Boston, MA, USA

Died: 5/14/1966 in Boston, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1915-05-12 | Final Game: 1915-10-02

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs

Full name: Thomas Francis Connolly

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Biography

Tom Connolly was a professional baseball player born in 1892, who played for a brief period from 1915 until his last game on October 2, 1915. During his career, he appeared in 50 games, showcasing his skills as a position player. Connolly recorded 26 hits, drove in 7 runs, and demonstrated his speed on the bases with 5 stolen bases. Although he did not hit any home runs and finished with a batting average of .184, his contributions to the game extended beyond mere statistics. Connolly's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, which was marked by evolving playing styles and strategies. Despite his modest numbers, he was recognized for his determination and hustle on the field, characteristics that resonated with fans and teammates alike. His legacy was cemented when he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1953, an honor that reflected his impact on the sport and the respect he garnered throughout his life. Tom Connolly remains a notable figure in baseball history, exemplifying the passion and spirit of the game during the early 20th century.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
50 141 14 26 3 2 0 7 5 14 19 0.184 0.268 0.234 0.502 -506.1

Career AVG .184 vs. league average .251 across their career seasons — 26.4% below league average.

Career OBP .268 vs. league average .319 across their career seasons — 16.0% below league average.

Career SLG .234 vs. league average .332 across their career seasons — 29.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.502 vs. league average 0.651 across their career seasons — 23.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
1915 WSN AL 50 141 14 26 3 2 0 7 5 14 19 0.184 .250 (-26%) .318 (-16%) .332 (-30%) .651 (-23%) -506.1

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 24 0 30 34 2 3
OF 19 0 22 1 1 0
SS 4 0 5 8 4 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1915 WS1 3B 24 0 30 34 2 3
1915 WS1 OF 19 0 22 1 1 0
1915 WS1 SS 4 0 5 8 4 1

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 24
Shortstop 4
Left Field 11
Right Field 8

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Georgetown University Washington DC 1913