Frank Demaree
Born: 6/10/1910 in Winters, CA, USA
Died: 8/30/1958 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1932-07-22 | Final Game: 1944-06-13
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Joseph Franklin Demaree
Biography
Frank Demaree was a prominent professional baseball player born in 1910, who played in Major League Baseball from 1932 to 1944. Known for his exceptional batting skills and versatility as a position player, he participated in 1,155 games throughout his career. Demaree recorded 1,241 hits and achieved a commendable batting average of .299, solidifying his reputation as a reliable offensive contributor. He hit 72 home runs and drove in 591 runs, showcasing his ability to produce in clutch situations. His speed on the basepaths was notable as well, with 33 stolen bases to his name.
Demaree was recognized for his talent on the field, earning All-Star selections in two different seasons. He played during an era that saw significant changes in baseball, including the transition from the deadball era to a more power-centric game. His performances on the diamond contributed to the teams he played for and left a lasting impression on the baseball community. Frank Demaree’s legacy remains as a skilled hitter and an influential figure of his time in the sport.
Negro Leagues Career Statistics
Batting
| PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44.0 | 37.0 | 10.0 | 13.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 4.0 | 12.0 | 7.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0.351 | 0.467 | 0.703 | 1.170 |
Negro Leagues Season-by-Season Batting
| Season | PA | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB | BA | OBP | SLG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | 17.0 | 16.0 | 4.0 | 6.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 2.0 | 7.0 | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.375 | 0.444 | 0.812 | 1.256 |
| 1935 | 15.0 | 11.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 3.0 | 4.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0.364 | 0.533 | 0.636 | 1.169 |
| 1939 | 12.0 | 10.0 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.300 | 0.417 | 0.600 | 1.017 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1155 | 4144 | 578 | 1241 | 190 | 36 | 72 | 591 | 33 | 359 | 269 | 0.299 | 0.357 | 0.415 | 0.772 | 5447.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | CHC | NL | 23 | 56 | 4 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0.250 | -185.1 |
| 1933 | CHC | NL | 134 | 515 | 68 | 140 | 24 | 6 | 6 | 51 | 4 | 22 | 42 | 0.272 | -495.1 |
| 1935 | CHC | NL | 107 | 385 | 60 | 125 | 19 | 4 | 2 | 66 | 6 | 26 | 23 | 0.325 | 432.4 |
| 1936 | CHC | NL | 154 | 605 | 93 | 212 | 34 | 3 | 16 | 96 | 4 | 49 | 30 | 0.350 | 2469.7 |
| 1937 | CHC | NL | 154 | 615 | 104 | 199 | 36 | 6 | 17 | 115 | 6 | 57 | 31 | 0.324 | 2156.7 |
| 1938 | CHC | NL | 129 | 476 | 63 | 130 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 62 | 1 | 45 | 34 | 0.273 | -165.3 |
| 1939 | NY1 | NL | 150 | 560 | 68 | 170 | 27 | 2 | 11 | 79 | 2 | 66 | 40 | 0.304 | 1107.1 |
| 1940 | NY1 | NL | 121 | 460 | 68 | 139 | 18 | 6 | 7 | 61 | 5 | 45 | 39 | 0.302 | 689.9 |
| 1941 | BSN | NL | 48 | 113 | 20 | 26 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 15 | 2 | 12 | 5 | 0.230 | -134.6 |
| 1941 | NY1 | NL | 16 | 35 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0.171 | -134.6 |
| 1942 | BSN | NL | 64 | 187 | 18 | 42 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 24 | 2 | 17 | 10 | 0.225 | -394.8 |
| 1943 | STL | NL | 39 | 86 | 5 | 25 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 0.291 | 16.9 |
| 1944 | SLA | AL | 16 | 51 | 4 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 0.255 | -49.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 42 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 0.214 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1943 | WS | SLN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
| 1938 | WS | CHN | 3 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.100 |
| 1935 | WS | CHN | 6 | 24 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.250 |
| 1932 | WS | CHN | 2 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0.286 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1076 | 0 | 2124 | 97 | 51 | 21 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | CHN | OF | 17 | 0 | 31 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1933 | CHN | OF | 133 | 0 | 321 | 12 | 12 | 1 |
| 1935 | CHN | OF | 98 | 0 | 204 | 13 | 6 | 3 |
| 1936 | CHN | OF | 154 | 0 | 285 | 16 | 10 | 1 |
| 1937 | CHN | OF | 154 | 0 | 283 | 17 | 6 | 6 |
| 1938 | CHN | OF | 125 | 0 | 199 | 12 | 6 | 1 |
| 1939 | NY1 | OF | 150 | 0 | 329 | 11 | 5 | 2 |
| 1940 | NY1 | OF | 119 | 0 | 233 | 6 | 5 | 5 |
| 1941 | BSN | OF | 28 | 0 | 41 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1941 | NY1 | OF | 10 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1942 | BSN | OF | 49 | 0 | 114 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1943 | SLN | OF | 23 | 0 | 35 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1944 | SLA | OF | 16 | 0 | 30 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 133 |
| Center Field | 403 |
| Right Field | 550 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1937 | Baseball Magazine All-Star | CF |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 15th | 9.0 | 80 | 0 |
| 1936 | Most Valuable Player | NL | 7th | 17.0 | 80 | 0 |