Frank House
Born: 2/18/1930 in Bessemer, AL, USA
Died: 3/13/2005 in Birmingham, AL, USA
MLB Debut: 1950-07-21 | Final Game: 1961-09-25
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Henry Franklin House
Biography
Frank House was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1950 to 1961. Born in 1930, House emerged as a notable position player in Major League Baseball during an era characterized by a transition in the game, as teams began to emphasize power hitting and strategic play. He played in a total of 653 games, where he recorded 494 hits, 47 home runs, and 235 runs batted in, culminating in a career batting average of .248. His contributions to his teams were marked not only by his offensive output but also by his ability to perform in high-pressure situations, making him a reliable figure in the lineup.
House was known for his versatility on the field, which allowed him to adapt to various roles as needed by his team. Throughout his career, he showcased his speed on the base paths, accumulating a total of 6 stolen bases. His playing style reflected the evolving nature of baseball during the 1950s, as the sport began to embrace a more dynamic approach. Although not one of the most celebrated players of his time, Frank House's dedication and performance left a lasting impact on the teams he represented, and he remains a respected figure in the history of the game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 653 | 1994 | 202 | 494 | 64 | 11 | 47 | 235 | 6 | 151 | 147 | 0.248 | 0.302 | 0.362 | 0.663 | -2988.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | DET | AL | 5 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
| 1951 | DET | AL | 18 | 41 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 0.220 | 0.0 |
| 1954 | DET | AL | 114 | 352 | 35 | 88 | 12 | 1 | 9 | 38 | 2 | 31 | 34 | 0.250 | -543.2 |
| 1955 | DET | AL | 102 | 328 | 37 | 85 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 53 | 0 | 22 | 25 | 0.259 | 53.2 |
| 1956 | DET | AL | 94 | 321 | 44 | 77 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 44 | 1 | 21 | 19 | 0.240 | -672.6 |
| 1957 | DET | AL | 106 | 348 | 31 | 90 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 36 | 1 | 35 | 26 | 0.259 | -303.9 |
| 1958 | KC1 | AL | 76 | 202 | 16 | 51 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 24 | 1 | 12 | 13 | 0.252 | -317.3 |
| 1959 | KC1 | AL | 98 | 347 | 32 | 82 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 30 | 0 | 20 | 23 | 0.236 | -1204.4 |
| 1960 | CIN | NL | 23 | 28 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.179 | 0.0 |
| 1961 | DET | AL | 17 | 22 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0.227 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 580 | 509 | 2642 | 258 | 34 | 38 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | DET | C | 5 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1951 | DET | C | 18 | 0 | 56 | 11 | 3 | 1 |
| 1954 | DET | C | 107 | 99 | 434 | 56 | 4 | 7 |
| 1955 | DET | C | 93 | 87 | 423 | 35 | 6 | 5 |
| 1956 | DET | C | 88 | 78 | 450 | 33 | 7 | 8 |
| 1957 | DET | C | 97 | 95 | 535 | 54 | 2 | 5 |
| 1958 | KC1 | C | 55 | 52 | 236 | 22 | 2 | 4 |
| 1959 | KC1 | C | 95 | 92 | 447 | 43 | 9 | 7 |
| 1960 | CIN | C | 8 | 1 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1961 | DET | C | 14 | 5 | 36 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 580 |