Jeff Frye
Born: 8/31/1966 in Oakland, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1992-07-09 | Final Game: 2001-09-20
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Jeffrey Dustin Frye
Biography
Jeff Frye, born in 1966, was a versatile position player who made a significant impact in Major League Baseball from 1992 until his retirement in 2001. Over the course of his career, he played in 667 games, accumulating 626 hits, including 16 home runs, and driving in 194 runs. Frye was known for his solid batting ability, finishing his career with a commendable batting average of .29. He also showcased his speed on the bases, successfully stealing 56 bases, which added an exciting dimension to his playing style.
Frye played during a transitional period in baseball, witnessing the shift from the more traditional styles of the early '90s to the more power-driven approach that characterized the late '90s. His ability to adapt to various roles on the field and contribute offensively made him a valuable asset to the teams he played for, including the Texas Rangers, Boston Red Sox, and Colorado Rockies. Frye's blend of speed and contact hitting exemplified the skills of a quintessential lead-off hitter, leaving a lasting legacy as a reliable player during his time in the league.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 667 | 2155 | 316 | 626 | 135 | 11 | 16 | 194 | 56 | 212 | 279 | 0.290 | 0.357 | 0.386 | 0.742 | -562.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | TEX | AL | 67 | 199 | 24 | 51 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 16 | 27 | 0.256 | -236.0 |
| 1994 | TEX | AL | 57 | 205 | 37 | 67 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 18 | 6 | 29 | 23 | 0.327 | 541.0 |
| 1995 | TEX | AL | 90 | 313 | 38 | 87 | 15 | 2 | 4 | 29 | 3 | 24 | 45 | 0.278 | -342.4 |
| 1996 | BOS | AL | 105 | 419 | 74 | 120 | 27 | 2 | 4 | 41 | 18 | 54 | 57 | 0.286 | 86.8 |
| 1997 | BOS | AL | 127 | 404 | 56 | 126 | 36 | 2 | 3 | 51 | 19 | 27 | 44 | 0.312 | 226.9 |
| 1999 | BOS | AL | 41 | 114 | 14 | 32 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 11 | 0.281 | -175.8 |
| 2000 | BOS | AL | 69 | 239 | 35 | 69 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 1 | 28 | 38 | 0.289 | -278.8 |
| 2000 | COL | NL | 37 | 87 | 14 | 31 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 0.356 | -278.8 |
| 2001 | TOR | AL | 74 | 175 | 24 | 43 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 15 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 0.246 | -525.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2B | 536 | 488 | 1035 | 1481 | 41 | 334 |
| 3B | 57 | 31 | 24 | 68 | 8 | 5 |
| OF | 34 | 21 | 46 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| SS | 10 | 2 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | TEX | 2B | 67 | 64 | 120 | 196 | 7 | 43 |
| 1994 | TEX | 2B | 54 | 53 | 90 | 136 | 4 | 29 |
| 1994 | TEX | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | TEX | 2B | 83 | 76 | 173 | 248 | 11 | 55 |
| 1996 | BOS | 2B | 100 | 97 | 200 | 317 | 9 | 70 |
| 1996 | BOS | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | BOS | OF | 5 | 5 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | BOS | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | BOS | 2B | 80 | 79 | 196 | 228 | 4 | 63 |
| 1997 | BOS | 3B | 18 | 13 | 11 | 32 | 6 | 2 |
| 1997 | BOS | SS | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | BOS | OF | 13 | 7 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 | BOS | 2B | 26 | 21 | 41 | 56 | 2 | 9 |
| 1999 | BOS | 3B | 7 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 | BOS | SS | 2 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 | BOS | 2B | 52 | 44 | 95 | 122 | 2 | 20 |
| 2000 | BOS | 3B | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | BOS | OF | 15 | 9 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | COL | 2B | 27 | 18 | 37 | 56 | 1 | 15 |
| 2000 | COL | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 | TOR | 2B | 47 | 36 | 83 | 122 | 1 | 30 |
| 2001 | TOR | 3B | 27 | 11 | 7 | 22 | 0 | 2 |
| 2001 | TOR | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | TOR | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 535 |
| Third Base | 58 |
| Shortstop | 10 |
| Left Field | 9 |
| Center Field | 8 |
| Right Field | 18 |
| Designated Hitter | 18 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | TOR | AL | $1,000,000 |
| 2000 | BOS | AL | $2,500,000 |
| 1999 | BOS | AL | $2,400,000 |
| 1998 | BOS | AL | $2,100,000 |
| 1997 | BOS | AL | $900,000 |
| 1996 | BOS | AL | $125,000 |
| 1995 | TEX | AL | $190,000 |
| 1994 | TEX | AL | $115,000 |
| 1993 | TEX | AL | $115,000 |
| 1992 | TEX | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $9,554,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Oklahoma State University | Durant | OK | 1987, 1988 |