Buck Freeman, baseball player, 1891-1907

Buck Freeman

Born: 10/30/1871 in Catasauqua, PA, USA

Died: 6/25/1949 in Wilkes-Barre, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1891-06-27 | Final Game: 1907-04-20

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 169 lbs

Full name: John Frank Freeman

Biography

Buck Freeman was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1871, whose career spanned from 1891 until 1907. Playing during a time when baseball was evolving and gaining popularity, Freeman made his mark in the sport as a reliable arm on the mound. He recorded a career win-loss record of 3-2, with an earned run average (ERA) of 4.41, showcasing his ability to compete at the major league level. Over his career, he tallied 28 strikeouts, contributing to his team's efforts during a period characterized by its transition from the deadball era to a more offensively focused game. Freeman's contributions to baseball were not just in statistics but also in his role as a competitor in a rapidly changing sport. His tenure coincided with significant developments in baseball, including the rise of more sophisticated pitching strategies and the increasing importance of specialized roles on the mound. While his career numbers may not place him among the most celebrated pitchers of his time, Freeman's experience in the league reflects the broader narrative of baseball's growth and the diverse array of talents that shaped the game during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
3 2 7 4 4 0 0 51.0 50 25 3 36 28 4.41 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1126 4208 588 1235 199 131 82 713 92 272 388 0.293 0.346 0.462 0.808 15553.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
8 32 6 9 0 3 0 4 2 2 0.281

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1903 WS BOS 8 32 6 9 0 3 0 4 2 2 0.281

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 256 106 2446 133 66 96
2B 1 0 0 0 0 0
3B 6 4 7 7 3 1
OF 837 279 1171 76 66 17
P 7 0 0 13 4 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 7
First Base 255
Second Base 1
Third Base 6
Left Field 16
Center Field 4
Right Field 818