Frank Coggins
Born: 5/22/1944 in Griffin, GA, USA
Died: 10/30/1994 in Atlanta, GA, USA
MLB Debut: 1967-09-10 | Final Game: 1972-07-30
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 187 lbs
Full name: Franklin Coggins
Biography
Frank Coggins was a professional baseball player born in 1944, who played in the Major Leagues from 1967 to 1972. Primarily a position player, Coggins made a modest impact during his career, appearing in 87 games. He recorded a total of 53 hits, which included one home run and 15 runs batted in, culminating in a batting average of .215. His contributions on the base paths included two stolen bases, showcasing his ability to add speed to his game.
Coggins's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball marked by the emergence of more specialized roles and increased athleticism among players. While he may not have achieved the superstar status of some of his contemporaries, his perseverance in the league during the late 1960s and early 1970s reflected the competitive nature of the sport in an era that was beginning to embrace a more dynamic style of play. Coggins's time in Major League Baseball remains a testament to the dedication required to succeed at the highest level.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87 | 247 | 25 | 53 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 2 | 12 | 50 | 0.215 | 0.249 | 0.271 | 0.520 | -825.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | WS2 | AL | 19 | 75 | 9 | 23 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 17 | 0.307 | 54.1 |
| 1968 | WS2 | AL | 62 | 171 | 15 | 30 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 33 | 0.175 | -879.1 |
| 1972 | CHC | NL | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 71 | 65 | 171 | 181 | 16 | 44 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | WS2 | 2B | 19 | 19 | 49 | 59 | 4 | 11 |
| 1968 | WS2 | 2B | 52 | 46 | 122 | 122 | 12 | 33 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 71 |