Frank Duffy
Born: 10/14/1946 in Oakland, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1970-09-04 | Final Game: 1979-05-11
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Frank Thomas Duffy
Biography
Frank Duffy was a professional baseball player born in 1946, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1970 until his retirement in 1979. A versatile position player, Duffy appeared in 915 games throughout his career, showcasing his skills primarily as an infielder. He recorded 619 hits and contributed 240 RBIs, reflecting his ability to drive in runs despite a batting average of .232. Duffy demonstrated speed on the bases as well, finishing his career with 49 stolen bases, a notable achievement for a player of his era.
Duffy played during a transitional period in baseball history, marked by a shift in player dynamics and the evolution of playing styles. His contributions to the teams he played for were significant; he provided depth and experience during a time when the game was increasingly emphasizing power hitting and strategic base running. With 26 home runs over his career, Duffy's offensive output was complemented by his defensive capabilities, making him a reliable asset to his teams. His journey through the league highlighted the tenacity and dedication of players who carved out their roles in the competitive landscape of 1970s baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 915 | 2665 | 248 | 619 | 104 | 14 | 26 | 240 | 49 | 171 | 342 | 0.232 | 0.279 | 0.311 | 0.590 | -7603.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | CIN | NL | 6 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.182 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | CIN | NL | 13 | 16 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.188 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | SFG | NL | 21 | 28 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0.179 | 0.0 |
| 1972 | CLE | AL | 130 | 385 | 23 | 92 | 16 | 4 | 3 | 27 | 6 | 31 | 54 | 0.239 | -482.1 |
| 1973 | CLE | AL | 116 | 361 | 34 | 95 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 50 | 6 | 25 | 41 | 0.263 | -52.8 |
| 1974 | CLE | AL | 158 | 549 | 62 | 128 | 18 | 0 | 8 | 48 | 7 | 30 | 64 | 0.233 | -1816.5 |
| 1975 | CLE | AL | 146 | 482 | 44 | 117 | 22 | 2 | 1 | 47 | 10 | 27 | 60 | 0.243 | -1640.5 |
| 1976 | CLE | AL | 133 | 392 | 38 | 83 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 30 | 10 | 29 | 50 | 0.212 | -1593.9 |
| 1977 | CLE | AL | 122 | 334 | 30 | 67 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 31 | 8 | 21 | 47 | 0.201 | -1802.6 |
| 1978 | BOS | AL | 64 | 104 | 12 | 27 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 11 | 0.260 | -214.7 |
| 1979 | BOS | AL | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | NLCS | SFN | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 16 | 7 | 21 | 32 | 0 | 5 |
| 3B | 23 | 3 | 10 | 15 | 1 | 1 |
| SS | 839 | 768 | 1292 | 2445 | 87 | 497 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | CIN | SS | 5 | 2 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 4 |
| 1971 | CIN | SS | 10 | 4 | 10 | 24 | 2 | 5 |
| 1971 | SFN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | SFN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | SFN | SS | 6 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 5 |
| 1972 | CLE | SS | 126 | 117 | 197 | 360 | 13 | 75 |
| 1973 | CLE | SS | 115 | 106 | 198 | 377 | 8 | 82 |
| 1974 | CLE | SS | 158 | 156 | 242 | 491 | 15 | 83 |
| 1975 | CLE | SS | 145 | 137 | 225 | 464 | 16 | 85 |
| 1976 | CLE | SS | 132 | 120 | 222 | 344 | 10 | 83 |
| 1977 | CLE | SS | 121 | 104 | 145 | 301 | 15 | 62 |
| 1978 | BOS | 2B | 12 | 7 | 17 | 29 | 0 | 5 |
| 1978 | BOS | 3B | 22 | 3 | 10 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| 1978 | BOS | SS | 21 | 19 | 36 | 55 | 7 | 13 |
| 1979 | BOS | 1B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | BOS | 2B | 3 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 16 |
| Third Base | 23 |
| Shortstop | 839 |
| Designated Hitter | 6 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Palo Alto | CA | 1966, 1967 |