About Derrel Thomas Memorabilia & Collectibles
About Derrel Thomas:
Derrel Thomas (full name: Derrel Osborn Thomas; no nicknames) played second baseman, centerfielder and shortstop from 1971 until 1985 for the Houston Astros, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Dodgers, Montreal Expos, California Angels and Philadelphia Phillies. He played for the Astros in 1971, Padres from 1972 - 1978, Giants from 1975 - 1977, Dodgers from 1979 - 1983, Expos in 1984, Angels in 1984 and Phillies in 1985. Over 15 seasons, he played 1597 games, hit 43 home runs, drove in 585 runs, and stole 140 bases. Born on January 14, 1951 in Los Angeles, CA, Thomas stands 6' 0" and weighs 160 lb. He attended Dorsey (Los Angeles, CA) high school and was drafted by the Houston Astros in the 1st round (1st pick) of the 1969 amateur draft (January). Player signed February 2, 1969. His debut was on September 14, 1971 and he played his final game on October 5, 1985. Over his career, Thomas made $700,000. Common misspellings of his name include Derrel Derrel derrell Osborn Thomas.