Frank Bird, baseball player, 1892-1892

Frank Bird

Born: 3/10/1869 in Spencer, MA, USA

Died: 5/20/1958 in Worcester, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1892-04-16 | Final Game: 1892-06-10

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Frank Zephrin Bird

Biography

Frank Bird, born in 1869, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in the Major Leagues during the early 1890s. He played primarily as a position player and made his mark in the game from 1892 until June 10 of that same year. Despite his short tenure, Bird participated in 17 games, where he recorded 10 hits, including one home run, and drove in a total of 1 RBI. His batting average stood at .200, and he also showcased his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases. Bird's playing career took place during a transformative period in baseball history, just before the sport began to evolve significantly with the emergence of more organized play and the establishment of the modern rules that would define the game. Although his time in the majors was limited, Bird's contribution to the early days of professional baseball reflects the dedication and passion of players in an era that laid the groundwork for the future of the sport. His legacy, while modest in statistics, is a reminder of the countless players who contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
17 50 9 10 3 1 1 1 2 6 11 0.200 0.286 0.360 0.646 -12.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 17 0 52 17 6 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 17