Frank Fanovich, baseball player, 1949-1953

Frank Fanovich

Born: 1/11/1923 in New York, NY, USA

Died: 8/27/2011 in New Smyrna Beach, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1949-04-25 | Final Game: 1953-09-16

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Frank Joseph Fanovich

Biography

Frank Fanovich was a professional baseball player born in 1923, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1949 to 1953. His career, while brief, was marked by his participation in a transformative era in the sport as baseball began to recover from the disruptions of World War II and move into a more dynamic phase of competition. Fanovich appeared in a total of 55 games during his time in the major leagues, showcasing his ability to compete at the highest level, though his offensive contributions were limited. Throughout his career, Fanovich recorded 2 hits, resulting in a batting average of .133. He did not hit any home runs or drive in any runs, and he also did not register any stolen bases. Despite these modest statistics, Fanovich's presence in the game during the early years of the post-war era reflects the challenges faced by many players of his generation, who often had to contend with the transitional nature of the league and changing playing styles. Though not a standout player in terms of statistics, his journey through the sport remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
0 5 55 4 0 0 0 105.0 106 64 7 65 64 5.49 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
55 15 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 5 0.133 0.188 0.133 0.321 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 55 0 3 17 4 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 55