Frank Baumann
Born: 7/1/1933 in St. Louis, MO, USA
Died: 12/13/2020 in St. Louis, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1955-07-31 | Final Game: 1965-05-08
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Frank Matt Baumann
Biography
Frank Baumann, born in 1933, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from July 31, 1955, to May 8, 1965. Throughout his time in Major League Baseball, Baumann played for several teams, establishing himself as a reliable arm on the mound. He finished his career with a record of 45 wins and 38 losses, showcasing his ability to contribute consistently to his team's success. With an earned run average (ERA) of 4.11, Baumann was known for his competitive spirit and ability to strike out batters, amassing a total of 384 strikeouts over the course of his career. Additionally, he recorded 13 saves, illustrating his versatility and capability in high-pressure situations.
Baumann's playing era coincided with a transformative period in baseball, where the game was beginning to shift towards a more dynamic style, emphasizing power hitting and strong pitching. His contributions as a pitcher during this time helped shape the competitive landscape of the sport. Known for his work ethic and determination, Baumann left a lasting impact on the teams he played for and remains a respected figure in baseball history. His career reflects the dedication of a player who navigated the challenges of his time with skill and determination.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 38 | 244 | 78 | 19 | 4 | 13 | 797.3 | 856 | 364 | 70 | 300 | 384 | 4.11 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | BOS | AL | 2 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34.0 | 38 | 22 | 17 | 27 | 5.82 | 741.3 |
| 1956 | BOS | AL | 2 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.7 | 22 | 9 | 14 | 18 | 3.28 | -142.1 |
| 1957 | BOS | AL | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12.0 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 3.75 | 138.3 |
| 1958 | BOS | AL | 2 | 2 | 10 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 52.3 | 56 | 26 | 27 | 31 | 4.47 | -265.7 |
| 1959 | BOS | AL | 6 | 4 | 26 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 95.7 | 96 | 43 | 55 | 48 | 4.05 | -2163.9 |
| 1960 | CHW | AL | 13 | 6 | 47 | 20 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 185.3 | 169 | 55 | 53 | 71 | 2.67 | - |
| 1961 | CHW | AL | 10 | 13 | 53 | 23 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 187.7 | 249 | 117 | 59 | 75 | 5.61 | - |
| 1962 | CHW | AL | 7 | 6 | 40 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 119.7 | 117 | 45 | 36 | 55 | 3.38 | - |
| 1963 | CHW | AL | 2 | 1 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 50.3 | 52 | 17 | 17 | 31 | 3.04 | - |
| 1964 | CHW | AL | 0 | 3 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 32.0 | 40 | 22 | 16 | 19 | 6.19 | - |
| 1965 | CHC | NL | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.7 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 7.36 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 246 | 225 | 16 | 49 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 24 | 1 | 26 | 90 | 0.218 | 0.296 | 0.298 | 0.594 | -336.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | BOS | AL | 7 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.231 | 0.0 |
| 1956 | BOS | AL | 7 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1957 | BOS | AL | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
| 1958 | BOS | AL | 10 | 14 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0.214 | 0.0 |
| 1959 | BOS | AL | 26 | 29 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 13 | 0.207 | 0.0 |
| 1960 | CHW | AL | 47 | 52 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 9 | 25 | 0.154 | -314.5 |
| 1961 | CHW | AL | 55 | 61 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 5 | 25 | 0.262 | -21.7 |
| 1962 | CHW | AL | 40 | 30 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
| 1963 | CHW | AL | 24 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.091 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | CHW | AL | 22 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1965 | CHC | NL | 4 | 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 | 244 | 78 | 33 | 133 | 7 | 7 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | BOS | P | 7 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | BOS | P | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1957 | BOS | P | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1958 | BOS | P | 10 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1959 | BOS | P | 26 | 10 | 5 | 20 | 3 | 1 |
| 1960 | CHA | P | 47 | 20 | 4 | 25 | 1 | 1 |
| 1961 | CHA | P | 53 | 23 | 14 | 37 | 1 | 1 |
| 1962 | CHA | P | 40 | 10 | 5 | 23 | 1 | 3 |
| 1963 | CHA | P | 24 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| 1964 | CHA | P | 22 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1965 | CHN | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 244 |