Frank Duffy, baseball player, 1970-1979

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

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

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