Frank Bolick
Born: 6/28/1966 in Ashland, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-04-05 | Final Game: 1998-06-03
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Frank Charles Bolick
Biography
Frank Bolick was a professional baseball player who played as a position player from 1993 to 1998. Born in 1966, Bolick made his mark in Major League Baseball during a competitive era characterized by the rise of power hitting and offensive prowess. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 116 games, accumulating 52 hits, five home runs, and 26 RBIs, with a batting average of .202. He also demonstrated speed on the base paths, recording one stolen base.
Throughout his tenure in the big leagues, Bolick showcased a gritty playing style, contributing both offensively and defensively to his teams. While he may not have had the most prolific statistics, his time in the majors reflected the challenges many players faced during the mid-1990s, a period that saw significant changes in the game, including the effects of the steroid era and the evolving roles of position players. Bolick's career, though brief, remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, highlighting the journey of countless athletes who strove to make their mark in America's pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 116 | 258 | 28 | 52 | 15 | 0 | 5 | 26 | 1 | 34 | 45 | 0.202 | 0.302 | 0.318 | 0.620 | -736.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | WSN | NL | 95 | 213 | 25 | 45 | 13 | 0 | 4 | 24 | 1 | 23 | 37 | 0.211 | -592.1 |
| 1998 | LAA | AL | 21 | 45 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 8 | 0.156 | -144.6 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 52 | 39 | 335 | 33 | 3 | 29 |
| 3B | 31 | 16 | 10 | 37 | 5 | 3 |
| OF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | MON | 1B | 51 | 39 | 333 | 33 | 3 | 28 |
| 1993 | MON | 3B | 24 | 11 | 5 | 30 | 5 | 3 |
| 1998 | ANA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | ANA | 3B | 7 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | ANA | OF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 52 |
| Third Base | 31 |
| Right Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 9 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | ANA | AL | $178,000 |
| 1993 | MON | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $287,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Institute of Technology | Atlanta | GA | 1986, 1987 |