Tom Oliver

Born: 1/15/1903 in Montgomery, AL, USA

Died: 2/26/1988 in Montgomery, AL, USA

MLB Debut: 1930-04-14 | Final Game: 1933-09-23

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 168 lbs

Full name: Thomas Noble Oliver

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Biography

Tom Oliver was a professional baseball player born in 1903, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1930 until his retirement in 1933. As a position player, Oliver participated in 514 games, during which he compiled a notable batting average of .277. He recorded a total of 534 hits and drove in 176 runs throughout his career, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively despite not hitting any home runs. His speed on the base paths was also evident, as he successfully stole 12 bases, reflecting the aggressive playing style that characterized the era. Playing during the early years of the Great Depression, Oliver's career unfolded in a period marked by significant changes in baseball, including the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. His consistent hitting and solid performance made him a valuable player for the teams he represented, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history. Oliver's contributions on the field exemplified the dedication and skill of players during the early 1930s, a time when the game was evolving and preparing for future stars.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
514	1931	202	534	101	11	0	176	12	105	61	0.277	0.316	0.340	0.656	-4712.4

Career AVG .277 vs. league average .279 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .316 vs. league average .340 across their career seasons — 7.0% below league average.

Career SLG .340 vs. league average .398 across their career seasons — 14.4% below league average.

Career OPS 0.656 vs. league average 0.737 across their career seasons — 11.0% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1930	BOS	AL	154	646	86	189	34	2	46	6	42	25	0.293	.293 (avg)	.354 (-4%)	.429 (-18%)	.784 (-12%)	-1631.6
1931	BOS	AL	148	586	52	162	35	5	70	4	25	17	0.276	.276 (avg)	.338 (-9%)	.388 (-9%)	.726 (-9%)	-1214.3
1932	BOS	AL	122	455	39	120	23	3	37	1	25	12	0.264	.275 (-4%)	.335 (-9%)	.391 (-16%)	.726 (-13%)	-1181.7
1933	BOS	AL	90	244	25	63	9	1	23	1	13	7	0.258	.270 (-4%)	.329 (-10%)	.377 (-20%)	.707 (-15%)	-684.8