Lou Frazier
Born: 1/26/1965 in St. Louis, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1993-04-08 | Final Game: 1998-04-19
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Arthur Louis Frazier
Biography
Lou Frazier, born in 1965, was a professional baseball player who graced the Major League Baseball (MLB) landscape from 1993 to 1998. Primarily a position player, Frazier played a total of 309 games during his career. Known for his speed and base-running ability, he amassed 58 stolen bases, showcasing his agility on the field. His offensive contributions included 138 hits, resulting in a batting average of .252, along with 46 runs batted in and one home run.
Frazier's career unfolded during a period of transition in baseball, as the game began to embrace a more athletic and dynamic style of play. Although he may not have been a household name, his contributions as a utility player and base-stealer were significant, especially in an era where speed on the base paths was increasingly valued. Frazier's legacy is marked by his resilience and determination to carve out a place in the competitive world of Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 309 | 548 | 82 | 138 | 16 | 3 | 1 | 46 | 58 | 59 | 95 | 0.252 | 0.330 | 0.297 | 0.628 | -1378.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | WSN | NL | 112 | 189 | 27 | 54 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 24 | 0.286 | -202.4 |
| 1994 | WSN | NL | 76 | 140 | 25 | 38 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 20 | 18 | 23 | 0.271 | -258.5 |
| 1995 | WSN | NL | 35 | 63 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 0.190 | -328.7 |
| 1995 | TEX | AL | 49 | 99 | 19 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 20 | 0.212 | -328.7 |
| 1996 | TEX | AL | 30 | 50 | 5 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 0.260 | -34.5 |
| 1998 | CHW | AL | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 9 | 2 | 28 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2B | 9 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| OF | 186 | 99 | 266 | 10 | 5 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | MON | 1B | 8 | 2 | 27 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 1993 | MON | 2B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | MON | OF | 60 | 29 | 70 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | MON | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | MON | 2B | 6 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | MON | OF | 36 | 24 | 55 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1995 | MON | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | MON | OF | 25 | 11 | 36 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | TEX | OF | 47 | 22 | 69 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1996 | TEX | 2B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | TEX | OF | 15 | 12 | 31 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | CHA | OF | 3 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 9 |
| Second Base | 9 |
| Left Field | 148 |
| Center Field | 35 |
| Right Field | 7 |
| Designated Hitter | 16 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | CHA | AL | $170,000 |
| 1996 | TEX | AL | $165,500 |
| 1995 | MON | NL | $165,000 |
| 1994 | MON | NL | $140,000 |
| 1993 | MON | NL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $749,500 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsdale Community College | Scottsdale | AZ | 1985, 1986 |