Thomas Francis Evers born on 31 March
Evers was born 31 March 1852 in Troy New York. Perhaps better known for being the uncle of Johnny Evers, Thomas was a well regarded player in his era, often batting second.
In 1881 he played second base for the Washington Nationals. One year later he played one game for the Baltimore Association Club. He continued to play amateur baseball in the District where he was popular. In 1884 he anchored second base for the 1884 Union Association Club. A steady infielder with good range he batted .232 in 109 games.
In the spring of 1885 Michael Scanlon had this to say about Evers. “Well known player in the District. He is one of the surest fly-catchers ever seen. He covers a great deal of ground, and is as agile and quick as a cat. He labors under the disadvantage of being left-handed and is not always up to the highest mark in handling low grounders, but, withal, is an honest, alert player, who always does his best. He is a fine batter; he stands 5-06 and weighs 135 pounds.”
Sadly he becomes seriously ill during the spring and is unable to play on the 1885 Washington Nationals, Eastern League Club.
Quiet and reserved he continues to play amateur baseball in the District. He died 23 March 1925 in the District at the age of 72.
