Tommy Helms (full name: Tommy Vann Helms; no nicknames) played second baseman, third baseman and shortstop from 1964 until 1977 for the Cincinnati Reds, Houston Astros, Pittsburgh Pirates and Boston Red Sox. He played for the Reds from 1964 - 1971, Astros from 1972 - 1975, Pirates from 1976 - 1977 and Red Sox in 1977. Over 14 seasons, he played 1435 games, hit 34 home runs, drove in 414 runs, and stole 33 bases. Born on May 5, 1941 in Charlotte, NC, Helms stands 5' 10" and weighs 165 lb. He attended high school. His debut was on September 23, 1964 and he played his final game on October 1, 1977. Over his career, Helms made $42,000. Common misspellings of his name include Tommy tommie Tommy Vann Helms.