Ken Frailing
Born: 1/19/1948 in Madison, WI, USA
Died: 8/25/2022 in Sarasota, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1972-09-01 | Final Game: 1976-06-06
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Kenneth Douglas Frailing
Biography
Ken Frailing, born in 1948, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1972 until June 6, 1976. Known for his competitive spirit and versatile pitching style, Frailing made significant contributions to the teams he played for during the early 1970s, a period characterized by a transition in baseball as the sport began to see changes in player dynamics and strategy.
Throughout his career, Frailing compiled a record of 10 wins and 16 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.96. He recorded a total of 136 strikeouts and notched 2 saves, showcasing his ability to be effective in critical situations. Although his career was relatively brief, Frailing's performances on the mound reflected the evolving nature of pitching in the post-deadball era, as players adapted to a game increasingly focused on power hitting and dynamic offensive strategies. His legacy remains a testament to the diverse talents that shaped the game during this transformative period in baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 16 | 116 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 218.3 | 252 | 96 | 19 | 82 | 136 | 3.96 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | CHW | AL | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3.00 | - |
| 1973 | CHW | AL | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.3 | 18 | 4 | 7 | 15 | 1.96 | - |
| 1974 | CHC | NL | 6 | 9 | 55 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 125.3 | 150 | 54 | 43 | 71 | 3.88 | - |
| 1975 | CHC | NL | 2 | 5 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 53.0 | 61 | 32 | 26 | 39 | 5.43 | - |
| 1976 | CHC | NL | 1 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.7 | 20 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 2.41 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 119 | 41 | 6 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0.220 | 0.256 | 0.220 | 0.475 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | CHW | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1973 | CHW | AL | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1974 | CHC | NL | 58 | 31 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.258 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | CHC | NL | 41 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.143 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | CHC | NL | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 116 | 19 | 18 | 40 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | CHA | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1973 | CHA | P | 10 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1974 | CHN | P | 55 | 16 | 8 | 19 | 1 | 0 |
| 1975 | CHN | P | 41 | 0 | 7 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | CHN | P | 6 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 116 |