Fred Frank
Born: 3/11/1873 in Louisa, KY, USA
Died: 3/27/1950 in Ashland, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 1898-09-27 | Final Game: 1898-10-15
Bats: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 162 lbs
Full name: John Frederick Frank
Biography
Fred Frank was a professional baseball player born in 1873, whose career spanned a brief but notable period from 1898 to 1909. Primarily serving as a position player, Frank's time in Major League Baseball was marked by his contributions during the early years of the sport, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded approaches that would emerge in later decades. Over the course of his career, he participated in 17 games, where he recorded 11 hits, a batting average of .208, and drove in 3 runs. He also showcased his speed on the bases with a total of 1 stolen base.
Despite his limited playing time, Frank's engagement in the game during its formative years provides a glimpse into the rich history of baseball. His career, though not filled with remarkable statistics, reflects the experiences of many players of the era who contributed to the sport's development. Frank's role as a position player, even in a limited capacity, contributed to the evolving landscape of baseball, paving the way for future generations of athletes.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 53 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0.208 | 0.276 | 0.264 | 0.540 | -174.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1898 | CL4 | NL | 17 | 53 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0.208 | -174.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 17 | 0 | 40 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1898 | CL4 | OF | 17 | 0 | 40 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 6 |
| Right Field | 11 |