Tom Grant, baseball player, 1983-1983

Tom Grant

Born: 5/28/1957 in Worcester, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1983-06-17 | Final Game: 1983-10-02

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Thomas Raymond Grant

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Biography

Tom Grant was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1983. Born in 1957, Grant made his MLB debut on April 6, 1983, and played until October 2 of the same year. Although his time in the majors was limited to just 16 games, he contributed to his team with a total of 3 hits and 2 RBIs, finishing his season with a batting average of .15. A versatile position player, Grant's playing style was marked by his determination and work ethic, traits that are often celebrated among players of his era. Despite not achieving significant statistical milestones, Grant's journey through professional baseball reflects the challenges faced by many players in the competitive landscape of the early 1980s. His experience serves as a reminder of the countless players who strive for a place in the major leagues, where even a short stint can leave a lasting impact on their personal legacy and the fabric of the game. After his playing days, Grant transitioned away from the field, leaving behind a brief but notable chapter in baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
16 20 2 3 1 0 0 2 0 3 4 0.150 0.261 0.200 0.461 0.0

Career AVG .150 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 42.5% below league average.

Career OBP .261 vs. league average .325 across their career seasons — 19.7% below league average.

Career SLG .200 vs. league average .389 across their career seasons — 48.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.461 vs. league average 0.714 across their career seasons — 35.5% 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
1983 CHC NL 16 20 2 3 1 0 0 2 0 3 4 0.150 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 10 2 6 1 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1983 CHN OF 10 2 6 1 0 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 5
Right Field 5

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
University of New Haven West Haven CT 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979