Frank Hemphill
Born: 5/13/1878 in Greenville, MI, USA
Died: 11/16/1950 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1906-04-17 | Final Game: 1909-06-23
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs
Full name: Frank Vernon Hemphill
Biography
Frank Hemphill was a professional baseball player born in 1878, who played in the early 20th century, a period characterized by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-focused game. Hemphill's career spanned from April 17, 1906, to June 23, 1909, during which he appeared in 14 Major League games. He played primarily as a position player, contributing modestly to his teams with a total of 3 hits and a batting average of .07.
Despite his limited playing time, Hemphill's presence in the major leagues during this era reflects the broader changes occurring in baseball, as teams began to explore different styles of play and strategies. He recorded 2 RBIs and successfully stole 1 base, showcasing his speed on the basepaths, even if his overall offensive contributions were minimal. While Hemphill's statistics may not place him among the game's greats, his involvement in the sport during a formative time in baseball history is noteworthy.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 43 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 6 | 0.070 | 0.259 | 0.070 | 0.329 | -197.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | CHW | AL | 13 | 40 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 0.075 | -197.5 |
| 1909 | WSN | AL | 1 | 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 14 | 13 | 33 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1906 | CHA | OF | 13 | 12 | 31 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1909 | WS1 | OF | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 14 |
| Center Field | 1 |