Frank Burke
Born: 2/16/1880 in Carbon County, PA, USA
Died: 9/17/1946 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1906-09-14 | Final Game: 1907-08-01
Throws: R | Height: 5'8"
Full name: Frank Aloysius Burke
Biography
Frank Burke was a professional baseball player born in 1880, who played primarily as a position player during the early years of the 20th century. His career spanned from 1906 to 1909, with a brief stint in the major leagues that included a total of 51 games. During this period, Burke recorded 26 hits and drove in 9 runs, achieving a batting average of .188. Although he did not hit any home runs, he managed to steal 4 bases, showcasing his speed on the field.
Burke's career unfolded during an era when baseball was evolving, transitioning from the deadball era toward a time of increased offensive production. While his time in the spotlight was relatively short, Burke's contributions to the teams he played for reflect the hard work and dedication of players who laid the groundwork for future generations of baseball stars. Even with modest statistics, his role as a position player during this formative time in baseball history remains a part of the rich tapestry of the sport's past.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | 138 | 8 | 26 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 4 | 12 | 16 | 0.188 | 0.253 | 0.225 | 0.478 | -541.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | NY1 | NL | 8 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
| 1907 | BSN | NL | 43 | 129 | 6 | 23 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 0.178 | -541.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 40 | 34 | 62 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | NY1 | OF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1907 | BSN | OF | 36 | 33 | 60 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 32 |
| Center Field | 5 |
| Right Field | 5 |