Frank Baker
Born: 1/11/1944 in Bartow, FL, USA
Died: 1/28/2010 in Raleigh, NC, USA
MLB Debut: 1969-07-27 | Final Game: 1971-09-29
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 180 lbs
Biography
Frank Baker was a professional baseball player born in 1944, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during a brief career spanning from 1969 to 1971. Serving primarily as a position player, Baker showcased his skills in 125 games, where he recorded 82 hits and achieved a batting average of .232. Although he hit only 4 home runs, he contributed significantly to his teams with 38 runs batted in and displayed a bit of speed on the bases with 3 stolen bases.
Baker's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by the increasing commercialization of the sport and the evolution of player training and conditioning. While not a superstar, his contributions in key moments, particularly in clutch situations, exemplified the grit and determination that defined many players of his era. His time in the major leagues may have been short, but Baker's journey reflected the competitive spirit and challenges faced by athletes striving to make their mark in the ever-evolving landscape of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 125 | 353 | 39 | 82 | 17 | 4 | 4 | 38 | 3 | 26 | 68 | 0.232 | 0.286 | 0.337 | 0.624 | -630.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | CLE | AL | 52 | 172 | 21 | 44 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 15 | 2 | 14 | 34 | 0.256 | -56.9 |
| 1971 | CLE | AL | 73 | 181 | 18 | 38 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 1 | 12 | 34 | 0.210 | -573.1 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 97 | 86 | 136 | 7 | 5 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | CLE | OF | 46 | 44 | 71 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| 1971 | CLE | OF | 51 | 42 | 65 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 62 |
| Center Field | 7 |
| Right Field | 30 |