Todd Frohwirth, baseball player, 1987-1996

Todd Frohwirth

Born: 9/28/1962 in Milwaukee, WI, USA

Died: 3/26/2017 in Waukesha, WI, USA

MLB Debut: 1987-08-10 | Final Game: 1996-05-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Todd Gerard Frohwirth

Biography

Todd Frohwirth, born in 1962, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1987 until 1996. He made his debut in an era marked by significant offensive output and the emergence of power hitters, yet he carved out a role as a reliable arm out of the bullpen. Over the course of his career, Frohwirth compiled a win-loss record of 20-19 and maintained an earned run average (ERA) of 3.6, showcasing his ability to keep opposing teams at bay. Frohwirth struck out 259 batters and secured 11 saves during his time in the majors, demonstrating his effectiveness in high-pressure situations. His playing style was characterized by a solid mix of pitches and a competitive spirit, earning him respect among teammates and opponents alike. While he may not have been a household name, Frohwirth contributed to the teams he played for and left a lasting impact on the game, particularly during the late 1980s and early 1990s when the landscape of baseball was rapidly changing.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
20 19 284 0 0 0 11 417.7 389 167 23 172 259 3.60 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
284 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 284 0 37 92 7 11

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 284

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1993 BAL AL $975,000
1992 BAL AL $265,000
1991 BAL AL $130,000
1990 PHI NL $110,000
1989 PHI NL $68,000
1988 PHI NL $62,500
Total Career Earnings $1,610,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Northwest Missouri State University Maryville MO 1983, 1984