Frank Buttery
Born: 5/13/1851 in Silvermine, CT, USA
Died: 12/16/1902 in Norwalk, CT, USA
MLB Debut: 1872-04-26 | Final Game: 1872-07-27
Biography
Frank Buttery was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1851, whose brief career spanned from April 26, 1872, to July 27, 1872. He played during the early years of organized baseball, a time when the sport was evolving rapidly and establishing its place in American culture. Buttery's contributions came at a pivotal moment when the game was transitioning from its rudimentary beginnings into a more structured and strategic competition.
Throughout his short career, Buttery recorded a win-loss record of 3-2, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.27. He struck out 5 batters, showcasing his ability to challenge hitters, although he did not register any saves during his time on the mound. While his statistics may not indicate a long-lasting impact, Buttery's participation in the burgeoning professional leagues reflects the early foundations of the sport and the players who helped shape its future. His legacy remains a part of baseball's rich history, representing those who laid the groundwork for generations to come.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 59.0 | 94 | 28 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 4.27 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1872 | MID | 3 | 2 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 59.0 | 94 | 28 | 3 | 5 | 4.27 | 32.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 93 | 16 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.215 | 0.215 | 0.215 | 0.430 | -439.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1872 | MID | 18 | 93 | 16 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.215 | -439.7 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3B | 5 | 5 | 8 | 17 | 8 | 0 |
| OF | 8 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| P | 8 | 4 | 3 | 13 | 3 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1872 | MID | P | 8 | 4 | 3 | 13 | 3 | 0 |
| 1872 | MID | 3B | 5 | 5 | 8 | 17 | 8 | 0 |
| 1872 | MID | OF | 8 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 5 |
| Third Base | 5 |
| Right Field | 6 |