Frank Boyd
Born: 4/2/1868 in West Middletown, PA, USA
Died: 12/16/1937 in Oil City, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1893-05-18 | Final Game: 1893-05-19
Bats: R | Throws: RWeight: 168 lbs
Full name: Frank Jay Boyd
Biography
Frank Boyd was a professional baseball player born in 1868, who made a brief appearance in Major League Baseball during the 1893 season. His career was notably short, spanning just two games from May 18 to May 19, 1893. Despite the limited opportunity to showcase his talents on the diamond, Boyd managed to record one hit in his two contests, resulting in a batting average of 0.2. He also contributed three runs batted in (RBIs) to his team's efforts during this fleeting stint in the sport.
Playing in an era characterized by evolving gameplay and the transition towards modern baseball, Boyd's time in the league coincided with the early days of professional baseball, when the game was still finding its identity. Although he did not achieve significant statistical milestones, his brief presence in the major leagues serves as a reminder of the myriad players who participated in the formative years of baseball history. Boyd's legacy, while not defined by extensive achievements, reflects the spirit of competition and the diverse backgrounds of those who sought to excel in America's pastime.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.200 | 0.333 | 0.400 | 0.733 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1893 | CL4 | NL | 2 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1893 | CL4 | C | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 2 |