Pepe Frias
Born: 7/14/1948 in San Pedro de Macoris, San Pedro de Macorís, D.R.
MLB Debut: 1973-04-06 | Final Game: 1981-08-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 159 lbs
Full name: Jesus Maria Frias
Biography
Pepe Frias, born in 1948, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1973 until 1981. Known primarily as a position player, Frias played a total of 723 games across his career, showcasing his versatility and dedication to the game during a transitional period in baseball history. He was a part of the sport during an era characterized by evolving player dynamics and the increasing emphasis on offensive production.
Over the course of his career, Frias accumulated 323 hits, 1 home run, and 108 RBIs, finishing with a batting average of .24. While he was not known for his power, his contributions were often felt in the form of consistent play and defensive reliability. Additionally, he demonstrated some speed on the base paths with 12 stolen bases. His journey through the major leagues reflected the challenges and opportunities faced by players during the 1970s, a decade that saw the game diversify and grow in popularity. Frias' career, though modest in statistical terms, represents the resilience and commitment of players who contributed to the fabric of baseball during this dynamic era.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 723 | 1346 | 132 | 323 | 49 | 8 | 1 | 108 | 12 | 49 | 136 | 0.240 | 0.267 | 0.290 | 0.558 | -5479.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | WSN | NL | 100 | 225 | 19 | 52 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 10 | 24 | 0.231 | -938.0 |
| 1974 | WSN | NL | 75 | 112 | 12 | 24 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 7 | 10 | 0.214 | -493.1 |
| 1975 | WSN | NL | 51 | 64 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 0.125 | -613.4 |
| 1976 | WSN | NL | 76 | 113 | 7 | 28 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 14 | 0.248 | -358.2 |
| 1977 | WSN | NL | 53 | 70 | 10 | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0.257 | -338.0 |
| 1978 | WSN | NL | 73 | 15 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
| 1979 | ATL | NL | 140 | 475 | 41 | 123 | 18 | 4 | 1 | 44 | 3 | 20 | 36 | 0.259 | -1592.1 |
| 1980 | LAD | NL | 14 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1980 | TEX | AL | 116 | 227 | 27 | 55 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 5 | 4 | 23 | 0.242 | 0.0 |
| 1981 | LAD | NL | 25 | 36 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 186 | 52 | 143 | 219 | 12 | 54 |
| 3B | 57 | 10 | 20 | 44 | 2 | 6 |
| OF | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 426 | 315 | 574 | 972 | 79 | 188 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | MON | 2B | 44 | 25 | 56 | 85 | 5 | 22 |
| 1973 | MON | 3B | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 1973 | MON | SS | 46 | 35 | 64 | 126 | 10 | 24 |
| 1973 | MON | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1974 | MON | 2B | 15 | 8 | 21 | 34 | 1 | 6 |
| 1974 | MON | 3B | 27 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 0 | 1 |
| 1974 | MON | SS | 30 | 18 | 38 | 64 | 4 | 11 |
| 1974 | MON | OF | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | MON | 2B | 7 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1975 | MON | 3B | 11 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 1975 | MON | SS | 29 | 22 | 46 | 59 | 7 | 14 |
| 1976 | MON | 2B | 35 | 13 | 26 | 41 | 3 | 11 |
| 1976 | MON | 3B | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 1976 | MON | SS | 35 | 22 | 54 | 72 | 6 | 16 |
| 1976 | MON | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | MON | 2B | 16 | 5 | 17 | 28 | 1 | 7 |
| 1977 | MON | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1977 | MON | SS | 14 | 5 | 10 | 21 | 0 | 2 |
| 1978 | MON | 2B | 61 | 0 | 17 | 24 | 0 | 6 |
| 1978 | MON | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1979 | ATL | SS | 137 | 136 | 229 | 432 | 32 | 79 |
| 1980 | LAN | SS | 11 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| 1980 | TEX | 2B | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1980 | TEX | 3B | 7 | 7 | 7 | 13 | 0 | 1 |
| 1980 | TEX | SS | 106 | 69 | 117 | 167 | 16 | 38 |
| 1981 | LAN | 2B | 6 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1981 | LAN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | LAN | SS | 15 | 7 | 11 | 18 | 3 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 186 |
| Third Base | 60 |
| Shortstop | 426 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Center Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 3 |