Frank Barnes
Born: 8/26/1926 in Longwood, MS, USA
Died: 10/19/2014 in Greenville, MS, USA
MLB Debut: 1957-09-22 | Final Game: 1960-05-14
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Biography
Frank Barnes was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1957 to 1960. Born in 1926, Barnes made his mark during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was beginning to shift away from the more traditional playing styles of the past. Over the course of his career, he recorded a win-loss record of 1-3 and finished with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.89. Known for his determination on the mound, Barnes struck out 30 batters and secured 1 save, showcasing his ability to contribute both as a starter and in relief roles.
Despite his relatively short career in the majors, Barnes's journey through the baseball ranks reflected the challenges and dynamics of the era, including the increasing emphasis on pitching specialization. He played during a time when the game was evolving, with the emergence of new strategies and player training methods. While Barnes may not have achieved the statistical acclaim of some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for remain a testament to the dedication and resilience that defined many players of his time.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 36.7 | 40 | 24 | 4 | 34 | 30 | 5.89 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | STL | NL | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10.0 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 5 | 4.50 | - |
| 1958 | STL | NL | 1 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19.0 | 19 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 7.58 | - |
| 1960 | STL | NL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7.7 | 8 | 3 | 9 | 8 | 3.52 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.100 | 0.100 | 0.100 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | STL | NL | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1958 | STL | NL | 13 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.167 | 0.0 |
| 1960 | STL | NL | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 15 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | SLN | P | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1958 | SLN | P | 8 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1960 | SLN | P | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 15 |