Frank Cipriani
Born: 4/14/1941 in Buffalo, NY, USA
Died: 6/7/2022 in West Seneca, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1961-09-08 | Final Game: 1961-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Frank Dominick Cipriani
Biography
Frank Cipriani, born in 1941, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball. He played as a position player from September 8, 1961, to October 1, 1961. Over the course of 13 games, Cipriani showcased his skills at the plate, recording 9 hits and achieving a batting average of .25. While he did not hit any home runs, he contributed 2 RBIs to his team's efforts during his time in the league.
Cipriani's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, marked by the evolution of player roles and strategies in the post-war era. Although his time in the majors was limited, his presence on the field reflected the competitive nature of the sport during the early 1960s. With no stolen bases to his name, Cipriani focused primarily on his batting abilities, and his performance remains a part of 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 36 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.250 | 0.289 | 0.250 | 0.539 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | KC1 | AL | 13 | 36 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 11 | 8 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | KC1 | OF | 11 | 8 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Right Field | 11 |