Frank Graves

Frank Graves was a professional baseball player born in 1860, who played during the early stages of Major League Baseball from 1886. His career, albeit brief, spanned from May 10, 1886, to October 4, 1886, during a time when the game was evolving rapidly, transitioning from the chaotic years of the 19th century. Graves appeared in 43 games as a position player, contributing to the sport's development in its formative years. Over the course of his short career, Graves recorded 21 hits and accumulated a batting average of 0.152. Although he did not hit any home runs, he demonstrated speed on the bases, successfully stealing 11 bases and driving in 9 runs. His playing style reflected the aggressive and strategic nature of the game during the late 1800s, a time when players frequently relied on speed and base running to generate offense. Despite his limited statistical output, Graves' participation in the league contributes to the rich tapestry of early baseball history.