Fran Healy
Born: 9/6/1946 in Holyoke, MA, USA
MLB Debut: 1969-09-03 | Final Game: 1978-04-21
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Francis Xavier Healy
Biography
Fran Healy was a notable position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1969 to 1978. Born in 1946, Healy played in a total of 470 games, amassing 332 hits and compiling a batting average of .250. His offensive contributions included 20 home runs and 141 runs batted in (RBIs), along with 30 stolen bases, demonstrating both power and speed on the basepaths.
Healy's playing career coincided with a transformative period in baseball, as the sport was evolving in terms of athleticism and strategy. While he may not have been a household name, Healy's versatility and consistent performance contributed to the teams he played for, particularly during his time with the New York Yankees and the Kansas City Royals. His ability to adapt to various roles on the field showcased his commitment to the game and his teams, leaving a lasting impact on the players and fans who followed his career.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 470 | 1326 | 145 | 332 | 60 | 6 | 20 | 141 | 30 | 154 | 242 | 0.250 | 0.329 | 0.350 | 0.679 | -32.4 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | KCR | AL | 6 | 10 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
| 1971 | SFG | NL | 47 | 93 | 10 | 26 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 24 | 0.280 | 227.1 |
| 1972 | SFG | NL | 45 | 99 | 12 | 15 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 13 | 24 | 0.152 | -417.1 |
| 1973 | KCR | AL | 95 | 279 | 25 | 77 | 15 | 2 | 6 | 34 | 3 | 31 | 56 | 0.276 | 410.8 |
| 1974 | KCR | AL | 139 | 445 | 59 | 112 | 24 | 2 | 9 | 53 | 16 | 62 | 73 | 0.252 | 425.0 |
| 1975 | KCR | AL | 56 | 188 | 17 | 48 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 19 | 0.255 | -278.0 |
| 1976 | KCR | AL | 8 | 24 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1976 | NYY | AL | 46 | 120 | 10 | 32 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 0.267 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | NYY | AL | 27 | 67 | 10 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 13 | 0.224 | -219.2 |
| 1978 | NYY | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 415 | 363 | 1833 | 177 | 41 | 13 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | KCA | C | 5 | 3 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1971 | SFN | C | 22 | 20 | 104 | 8 | 4 | 1 |
| 1972 | SFN | C | 43 | 30 | 174 | 21 | 1 | 3 |
| 1973 | KCA | C | 92 | 87 | 429 | 43 | 10 | 3 |
| 1974 | KCA | C | 138 | 129 | 620 | 64 | 16 | 4 |
| 1975 | KCA | C | 51 | 49 | 258 | 17 | 5 | 2 |
| 1976 | KCA | C | 6 | 6 | 30 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1976 | NYA | C | 31 | 23 | 104 | 15 | 2 | 0 |
| 1977 | NYA | C | 26 | 16 | 98 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 1978 | NYA | C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 415 |
| Designated Hitter | 15 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Player of the Week | Week of 1974-05-03 |