Tom Tischinski, baseball player, 1969-1971

Tom Tischinski

Born: 7/12/1944 in Kansas City, MO, USA

Died: 4/23/2024 in Kansas City, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1969-04-11 | Final Game: 1971-08-11

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Thomas Arthur Tischinski

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Biography

Tom Tischinski was a professional baseball player born in 1944, whose career spanned from 1969 to 1971. Primarily known as a position player, Tischinski made his mark in Major League Baseball during a transitional period characterized by the evolution of offensive strategies and player development. He played a total of 82 games, where he recorded 21 hits, including one home run, and drove in 6 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .181. While Tischinski may not have been a standout player statistically, his time in the majors came during a unique era in baseball history, just before the onset of the more offensive-minded 1970s. His contributions, though modest, reflected the depth and challenges faced by many players in the league during that time. Despite the limited opportunities on the field, Tischinski's journey through professional baseball remains a testament to the dedication and resilience required to compete at the highest level. He retired from the game on August 11, 1971, leaving behind a legacy as one of the many athletes who shaped the rich tapestry of baseball's history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
82 116 8 21 2 0 1 6 0 18 18 0.181 0.296 0.224 0.520 -275.6

Career AVG .181 vs. league average .250 across their career seasons — 27.7% below league average.

Career OBP .296 vs. league average .321 across their career seasons — 7.7% below league average.

Career SLG .224 vs. league average .373 across their career seasons — 40.0% below league average.

Career OPS 0.520 vs. league average 0.694 across their career seasons — 25.0% 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
1969 MIN AL 37 47 2 9 0 0 0 2 0 8 8 0.191 — — — — -177.2
1970 MIN AL 24 46 6 9 0 0 1 2 0 9 6 0.196 — — — — -98.4
1971 MIN AL 21 23 0 3 2 0 0 2 0 1 4 0.130 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 75 34 216 18 2 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1969 MIN C 32 12 77 5 0 2
1970 MIN C 22 15 90 7 1 0
1971 MIN C 21 7 49 6 1 3

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 75