Frank Betcher
Born: 2/15/1888 in Philadelphia, PA, USA
Died: 11/27/1981 in Wynnewood, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1910-05-21 | Final Game: 1910-10-13
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 173 lbs
Full name: Franklin Lyle Betcher
Biography
Frank Betcher, born in 1888, was a professional baseball player who played as a position player during the early 20th century. His career spanned a brief period from May 21, 1910, to October 13, 1910, during which he appeared in 35 games. Betcher recorded 18 hits and drove in 6 runs, finishing his short career with a batting average of .202. Although he did not hit any home runs, he managed to steal 1 base, showcasing a hint of speed on the base paths.
Playing in an era marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offense-oriented game, Betcher’s contributions came at a time when players were beginning to adapt to new strategies. While his statistical output may not have placed him among the game's elite, his involvement in major league baseball during this formative period is a testament to the multitude of players who shaped the sport's early history. Betcher’s journey, although brief, reflects the challenges and opportunities faced by athletes in the nascent years of professional baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 89 | 7 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 7 | 14 | 0.202 | 0.276 | 0.225 | 0.500 | -287.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | STL | NL | 35 | 89 | 7 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 7 | 14 | 0.202 | -287.9 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 6 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| 3B | 7 | 6 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 0 |
| OF | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 12 | 11 | 24 | 40 | 5 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | SLN | 2B | 6 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| 1910 | SLN | 3B | 7 | 6 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 0 |
| 1910 | SLN | SS | 12 | 11 | 24 | 40 | 5 | 4 |
| 1910 | SLN | OF | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 6 |
| Third Base | 7 |
| Shortstop | 13 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Center Field | 1 |