Frank Corridon
Born: 11/25/1880 in Newport, RI, USA
Died: 2/21/1941 in Syracuse, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1904-04-15 | Final Game: 1910-09-07
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Francis Joseph Corridon
Biography
Frank Corridon was a prominent American baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 1904 to 1910. Born in 1880, Corridon made his mark during the early years of professional baseball, an era characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-minded game. He showcased exceptional skill on the mound, finishing his career with a record of 70-67 and an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.8. His ability to strike out batters was notable, as he recorded 458 strikeouts throughout his tenure in the major leagues, reflecting his proficiency and dominance over opposing hitters.
Corridon's contributions to the game extended beyond merely his statistics; he was known for his competitive spirit and strategic pitching style. Over the course of his career, he also accumulated 7 saves, underscoring his versatility and ability to perform in high-pressure situations. Despite the challenges of playing in a rapidly evolving league, Corridon established himself as a reliable pitcher during a time when the sport was undergoing significant changes. His legacy remains a testament to the skill and dedication of early 20th-century baseball players.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 67 | 180 | 140 | 99 | 10 | 7 | 1216.0 | 1100 | 378 | 7 | 375 | 458 | 2.80 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | CHC | NL | 5 | 5 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 100.3 | 88 | 34 | 37 | 34 | 3.05 | - |
| 1904 | PHI | NL | 6 | 5 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 94.3 | 88 | 23 | 28 | 44 | 2.19 | -592.0 |
| 1905 | PHI | NL | 10 | 12 | 35 | 26 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 212.0 | 203 | 82 | 57 | 79 | 3.48 | -622.7 |
| 1907 | PHI | NL | 18 | 14 | 37 | 32 | 23 | 3 | 2 | 274.0 | 228 | 75 | 89 | 131 | 2.46 | 1502.0 |
| 1908 | PHI | NL | 14 | 10 | 27 | 24 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 208.3 | 178 | 58 | 48 | 50 | 2.51 | -178.2 |
| 1909 | PHI | NL | 11 | 7 | 27 | 19 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 171.0 | 147 | 40 | 61 | 69 | 2.11 | -247.7 |
| 1910 | STL | NL | 6 | 14 | 30 | 18 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 156.0 | 168 | 66 | 55 | 51 | 3.81 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 188 | 445 | 28 | 80 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 22 | 3 | 25 | 102 | 0.180 | 0.230 | 0.207 | 0.437 | -1757.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | CHC | NL | 19 | 58 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.224 | -198.0 |
| 1904 | PHI | NL | 12 | 35 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.171 | -198.0 |
| 1905 | PHI | NL | 35 | 72 | 6 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 8 | 20 | 0.208 | -79.3 |
| 1907 | PHI | NL | 38 | 97 | 6 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 20 | 0.165 | -503.1 |
| 1908 | PHI | NL | 27 | 73 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 20 | 0.123 | -461.6 |
| 1909 | PHI | NL | 27 | 59 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0.186 | -262.9 |
| 1910 | STL | NL | 30 | 51 | 3 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0.196 | -252.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 6 | 4 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| OF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| P | 180 | 140 | 72 | 453 | 33 | 10 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1904 | CHN | P | 12 | 10 | 8 | 42 | 3 | 1 |
| 1904 | CHN | 1B | 5 | 3 | 22 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 1904 | CHN | OF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1904 | PHI | P | 12 | 11 | 6 | 36 | 1 | 2 |
| 1905 | PHI | P | 35 | 26 | 13 | 72 | 8 | 2 |
| 1907 | PHI | P | 37 | 32 | 14 | 99 | 9 | 3 |
| 1907 | PHI | 1B | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1908 | PHI | P | 27 | 24 | 13 | 78 | 5 | 0 |
| 1909 | PHI | P | 27 | 19 | 8 | 70 | 4 | 0 |
| 1910 | SLN | P | 30 | 18 | 10 | 56 | 3 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 180 |
| First Base | 7 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 1 |