Frank Baumholtz
Born: 10/7/1918 in Midvale, OH, USA
Died: 12/14/1997 in Winter Springs, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1947-04-15 | Final Game: 1957-05-26
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Frank Conrad Baumholtz
Biography
Frank Baumholtz was a notable position player in Major League Baseball who played from 1947 to 1957. Born in 1918, he made his mark during an era that was defined by the post-World War II resurgence of the sport, as baseball began to thrive in a time of renewed American optimism and expanding fan engagement. Over the course of his career, Baumholtz appeared in 1,019 games, showcasing his consistency and durability as a player.
Baumholtz amassed 1,010 hits and maintained a robust batting average of .29, demonstrating his proficiency at the plate. He contributed 25 home runs and 272 RBIs, solidifying his role as a reliable offensive player. In addition to his hitting prowess, he also displayed speed on the basepaths, recording 30 stolen bases. Though he may not have reached the heights of superstardom, Baumholtz's contributions to his teams left a lasting impact during a transformative period in baseball history. His career reflects the spirit of a time when the game was evolving and reaching new audiences across America.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1019 | 3477 | 450 | 1010 | 165 | 51 | 25 | 272 | 30 | 258 | 258 | 0.290 | 0.342 | 0.389 | 0.730 | 561.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | CIN | NL | 151 | 643 | 96 | 182 | 32 | 9 | 5 | 45 | 6 | 56 | 53 | 0.283 | 143.6 |
| 1948 | CIN | NL | 128 | 415 | 57 | 123 | 19 | 5 | 4 | 30 | 8 | 27 | 32 | 0.296 | 100.8 |
| 1949 | CHC | NL | 58 | 164 | 15 | 37 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 15 | 2 | 9 | 21 | 0.226 | -701.4 |
| 1949 | CIN | NL | 27 | 81 | 12 | 19 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 0.235 | -701.4 |
| 1951 | CHC | NL | 146 | 560 | 62 | 159 | 28 | 10 | 2 | 50 | 5 | 49 | 36 | 0.284 | 16.2 |
| 1952 | CHC | NL | 103 | 409 | 59 | 133 | 17 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 27 | 27 | 0.325 | 959.1 |
| 1953 | CHC | NL | 133 | 520 | 75 | 159 | 36 | 7 | 3 | 25 | 3 | 42 | 36 | 0.306 | 579.5 |
| 1954 | CHC | NL | 90 | 303 | 38 | 90 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 28 | 1 | 20 | 15 | 0.297 | 195.9 |
| 1955 | CHC | NL | 105 | 280 | 23 | 81 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 27 | 0 | 16 | 24 | 0.289 | -264.1 |
| 1956 | PHI | NL | 76 | 100 | 13 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 0.270 | -376.6 |
| 1957 | PHI | NL | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 843 | 141 | 1785 | 62 | 38 | 13 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | CIN | OF | 150 | 0 | 282 | 18 | 7 | 2 |
| 1948 | CIN | OF | 110 | 0 | 216 | 11 | 3 | 2 |
| 1949 | CHN | OF | 43 | 0 | 67 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| 1949 | CIN | OF | 20 | 0 | 53 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1951 | CHN | OF | 140 | 0 | 307 | 6 | 8 | 2 |
| 1952 | CHN | OF | 101 | 0 | 248 | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| 1953 | CHN | OF | 130 | 0 | 290 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1954 | CHN | OF | 71 | 66 | 168 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1955 | CHN | OF | 63 | 63 | 131 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1956 | PHI | OF | 15 | 12 | 23 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 78 |
| Center Field | 297 |
| Right Field | 521 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio University | Athens | OH | 1939, 1940, 1941 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 17th | 16.0 | 336 | 0 |
| 1947 | Rookie of the Year | ML | 5th | 42.0 | 165 | 0 |