Fred Frink
Born: 8/25/1911 in Macon, GA, USA
Died: 5/19/1995 in Miami Springs, FL, USA
MLB Debut: 1934-07-01 | Final Game: 1934-07-14
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Frederick Ferdinand Frink
Biography
Fred Frink was a professional baseball player born in 1911, who played as a position player during a brief career in Major League Baseball from July 1 to July 14, 1934. His time in the big leagues was notably short, as he only appeared in two games for the team. Despite his limited opportunities, Frink's journey to the majors reflected the challenges and aspirations of many players during an era when competition was fierce, and spots on rosters were hard-fought.
Throughout his career, Frink struggled to make a significant impact at the plate, finishing with a batting average of .0, as he recorded no hits, home runs, or RBIs during his time in the majors. His experiences exemplified the difficulties faced by many athletes attempting to break into professional baseball during the early 1930s, a period marked by the Great Depression and the shifting dynamics of the game. Although he did not achieve notable statistical success, Fred Frink remains a part of baseball history, representing the determination of players who pursued their dreams on the diamond.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | PHI | NL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | PHI | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Center Field | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | IL | 1932, 1933, 1934 |