Phil Tomney

Born: 6/17/1863 in Reading, PA, USA

Died: 3/18/1892 in Reading, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1888-09-07 | Final Game: 1890-10-14

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 155 lbs

Full name: Philip H. Tomney

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Biography

Phil Tomney, born in 1863, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in the late 19th century, a period characterized by the early evolution of the game and the transition away from the deadball era. His career spanned from 1888 to 1890, during which he played a total of 254 games. Known primarily as a position player, Tomney showcased his skills with a batting average of .232 and accumulated 205 hits, including five home runs and 100 runs batted in. His ability to steal bases was notable, as he swiped 64 throughout his career, reflecting the speed and agility he brought to the field. Tomney's contributions to the game came during a time when baseball was establishing itself as America's pastime, and his performance helped to lay the groundwork for future generations of players. While he may not have reached the fame of some contemporaries, his role in the development of the sport and his statistical achievements demonstrate the competitive spirit and talent that characterized early baseball. His legacy is a reminder of the players who helped shape the game in its formative years.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
254	882	148	205	32	12	5	100	64	96	69	0.232	0.313	0.313	0.626	-1127.2

Career AVG .232 vs. league average .255 across their career seasons — 8.9% below league average.

Career OBP .313 vs. league average .323 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .313 vs. league average .344 across their career seasons — 9.1% below league average.

Career OPS 0.626 vs. league average 0.667 across their career seasons — 6.1% 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
1888	LS2	AA	34	120	15	18	3	0	0	4	11	7	22	0.150	.238 (-37%)	.290 (-32%)	.319 (-45%)	.610 (-39%)	-677.0
1889	LS2	AA	112	376	61	80	8	5	4	38	26	46	47	0.213	.263 (-19%)	.334 (-9%)	.357 (-18%)	.691 (-14%)	-938.6
1890	LS2	AA	108	386	72	107	21	7	1	58	27	43	0	0.277	.260 (+7%)	.336 (+6%)	.351 (+7%)	.687 (+7%)	488.4