Travis Fryman
Born: 3/25/1969 in Lexington, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 1990-07-07 | Final Game: 2002-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: David Travis Fryman
Biography
Travis Fryman was a notable professional baseball player who enjoyed a successful career spanning from 1990 to 2002. Born in 1969, he established himself as a prominent position player in Major League Baseball. Over the course of 1,698 games, Fryman recorded 1,776 hits, along with 223 home runs and 1,022 runs batted in, culminating in a respectable career batting average of .274. His offensive contributions were complemented by his speed on the bases, as he also amassed 72 stolen bases throughout his career.
Fryman was selected as an All-Star five times, highlighting his status as one of the league's standout performers during his tenure. He played primarily during a transitional period in baseball that saw the emergence of power hitters and an increased emphasis on offensive production. Fryman’s ability to combine solid hitting with a keen defensive acumen made him a respected figure in the league. His career, which concluded on September 29, 2002, left an indelible mark on the teams he played for, particularly the Detroit Tigers and the Cleveland Indians, where he showcased his talents and earned lasting recognition among fans and peers alike.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1698 | 6481 | 895 | 1776 | 345 | 40 | 223 | 1022 | 72 | 602 | 1369 | 0.274 | 0.336 | 0.443 | 0.779 | 4885.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | DET | AL | 66 | 232 | 32 | 69 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 27 | 3 | 17 | 51 | 0.297 | 598.2 |
| 1991 | DET | AL | 149 | 557 | 65 | 144 | 36 | 3 | 21 | 91 | 12 | 40 | 149 | 0.259 | 524.8 |
| 1992 | DET | AL | 161 | 659 | 87 | 175 | 31 | 4 | 20 | 96 | 8 | 45 | 144 | 0.266 | 447.5 |
| 1993 | DET | AL | 151 | 607 | 98 | 182 | 37 | 5 | 22 | 97 | 9 | 77 | 128 | 0.300 | 2296.2 |
| 1994 | DET | AL | 114 | 464 | 66 | 122 | 34 | 5 | 18 | 85 | 2 | 45 | 128 | 0.263 | 242.5 |
| 1995 | DET | AL | 144 | 567 | 79 | 156 | 21 | 5 | 15 | 81 | 4 | 63 | 100 | 0.275 | 45.9 |
| 1996 | DET | AL | 157 | 616 | 90 | 165 | 32 | 3 | 22 | 100 | 4 | 57 | 118 | 0.268 | -156.1 |
| 1997 | DET | AL | 154 | 595 | 90 | 163 | 27 | 3 | 22 | 102 | 16 | 46 | 113 | 0.274 | 8.8 |
| 1998 | CLE | AL | 146 | 557 | 74 | 160 | 33 | 2 | 28 | 96 | 10 | 44 | 125 | 0.287 | 1257.7 |
| 1999 | CLE | AL | 85 | 322 | 45 | 82 | 16 | 2 | 10 | 48 | 2 | 25 | 57 | 0.255 | -546.8 |
| 2000 | CLE | AL | 155 | 574 | 93 | 184 | 38 | 4 | 22 | 106 | 1 | 73 | 111 | 0.321 | 2045.5 |
| 2001 | CLE | AL | 98 | 334 | 34 | 88 | 15 | 0 | 3 | 38 | 1 | 30 | 63 | 0.263 | -764.0 |
| 2002 | CLE | AL | 118 | 397 | 42 | 86 | 14 | 3 | 11 | 55 | 0 | 40 | 82 | 0.217 | -1114.3 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 68 | 9 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 9 | 18 | 0.191 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | ALDS1 | CLE | 5 | 17 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 0.176 |
| 1999 | ALDS1 | CLE | 5 | 15 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0.267 |
| 1998 | ALCS | CLE | 6 | 23 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0.174 |
| 1998 | ALDS1 | CLE | 4 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.154 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 3B | 1359 | 1343 | 872 | 2530 | 123 | 230 |
| SS | 339 | 322 | 517 | 1052 | 56 | 229 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | DET | 3B | 48 | 45 | 23 | 95 | 11 | 12 |
| 1990 | DET | SS | 17 | 14 | 24 | 50 | 3 | 9 |
| 1991 | DET | 3B | 85 | 84 | 45 | 147 | 11 | 13 |
| 1991 | DET | SS | 71 | 63 | 108 | 207 | 12 | 48 |
| 1992 | DET | 3B | 26 | 27 | 15 | 46 | 2 | 4 |
| 1992 | DET | SS | 137 | 134 | 205 | 443 | 20 | 91 |
| 1993 | DET | 3B | 69 | 68 | 44 | 120 | 4 | 10 |
| 1993 | DET | SS | 81 | 81 | 125 | 262 | 19 | 60 |
| 1994 | DET | 3B | 114 | 114 | 78 | 221 | 14 | 13 |
| 1995 | DET | 3B | 144 | 144 | 107 | 337 | 14 | 38 |
| 1996 | DET | 3B | 128 | 128 | 96 | 271 | 8 | 25 |
| 1996 | DET | SS | 29 | 29 | 53 | 83 | 2 | 18 |
| 1997 | DET | 3B | 153 | 153 | 126 | 312 | 10 | 21 |
| 1998 | CLE | 3B | 144 | 142 | 100 | 237 | 13 | 21 |
| 1998 | CLE | SS | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| 1999 | CLE | 3B | 85 | 84 | 41 | 146 | 6 | 12 |
| 2000 | CLE | 1B | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 | CLE | 3B | 154 | 153 | 79 | 276 | 8 | 20 |
| 2001 | CLE | 3B | 96 | 94 | 65 | 137 | 12 | 14 |
| 2001 | CLE | SS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 | CLE | 3B | 113 | 107 | 53 | 185 | 10 | 27 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 1360 |
| Shortstop | 339 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Gold Glove | 3B |
| 2000 | Player of the Week | Week of 2000-08-19 |
| 2000 | TSN All-Star | 3B |
| 1993 | Player of the Week | Week of 1993-04-17 |
| 1993 | TSN All-Star | 3B |
| 1992 | Silver Slugger | SS |
| 1992 | TSN All-Star | SS |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | CLE | AL | $5,825,000 |
| 2001 | CLE | AL | $5,750,000 |
| 2000 | CLE | AL | $5,550,000 |
| 1999 | CLE | AL | $5,250,000 |
| 1998 | CLE | AL | $5,400,000 |
| 1997 | DET | AL | $6,400,000 |
| 1996 | DET | AL | $5,175,000 |
| 1995 | DET | AL | $4,150,000 |
| 1994 | DET | AL | $2,425,000 |
| 1993 | DET | AL | $675,000 |
| 1992 | DET | AL | $300,000 |
| 1991 | DET | AL | $150,000 |
| 1990 | DET | AL | $100,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $47,150,000 | ||
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 17th | 2.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1998 | Most Valuable Player | AL | 18th | 2.0 | 392 | 0 |
| 1990 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 6th | 5.0 | 140 | 0 |