Kevin Frandsen, baseball player, 2006-2015

Kevin Frandsen

Born: 5/24/1982 in San Jose, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 2006-04-28 | Final Game: 2015-10-03

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Kevin Vincent Frandsen

Biography

Kevin Frandsen, born in 1982, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2006 to 2015. As a versatile position player, he appeared in 514 games throughout his career, showcasing his skills primarily as an infielder. Frandsen was known for his tenacity on the field and his ability to contribute both offensively and defensively to his teams, which included the San Francisco Giants, Philadelphia Phillies, and Los Angeles Angels. Over the course of his career, Frandsen recorded a total of 322 hits, with 15 home runs and 110 RBIs, resulting in a batting average of .258. He also demonstrated speed on the bases, tallying 7 stolen bases. Frandsen's career unfolded during an era defined by the transition in player dynamics and strategies within the game, and he carved out a role as a dependable utility player who could step up when needed. His contributions to his teams were marked by a workmanlike approach that resonated with fans and teammates alike, making him a respected figure in the baseball community.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
514 1246 134 322 57 5 15 110 7 64 128 0.258 0.312 0.348 0.660 -1971.8

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 0 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2014 NLDS1 WAS 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 57 48 366 22 1 27
2B 128 87 199 261 10 61
3B 124 107 81 186 15 9
OF 35 20 40 3 3 0
SS 32 22 35 55 3 11

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 57
Second Base 128
Third Base 124
Shortstop 32
Left Field 32
Right Field 3
Designated Hitter 2

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2014 WAS NL $900,000
2013 PHI NL $850,000
2008 SFN NL $397,500
2007 SFN NL $380,500
Total Career Earnings $2,528,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
San Jose State University San Jose CA 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004