Frank Baker, baseball player, 1969-1971

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

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

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 62
Center Field 7
Right Field 30