Frank Kellert
Born: 7/6/1924 in Oklahoma City, OK, USA
Died: 11/19/1976 in Oklahoma City, OK, USA
MLB Debut: 1953-04-18 | Final Game: 1956-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: Frank William Kellert
Biography
Frank Kellert was a professional baseball player born in 1924, who played as a position player during his career from 1953 to 1956. He made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the game was characterized by a blend of both power hitters and skilled contact players. Over the course of his career, Kellert appeared in 122 games, showcasing his abilities primarily with the bat. He recorded 57 hits, including 8 home runs, and drove in 37 runs, finishing with a batting average of .231. Despite the challenges of the era, which included the transition into a more offensive-minded game, Kellert contributed solidly to his teams.
Kellert’s playing style reflected the characteristics of many players of his time, balancing power and contact while demonstrating an ability to drive in runs when needed. His career, though shorter than many, was marked by notable moments that contributed to the teams he played for. As a player in the mid-1950s, he was part of a dynamic period in baseball history that saw the emergence of new talent and the increasing popularity of the sport across America. While he may not be remembered as one of the game's greats, Kellert's contributions on the field remain a part of baseball's rich tapestry.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 122 | 247 | 25 | 57 | 9 | 3 | 8 | 37 | 0 | 26 | 36 | 0.231 | 0.301 | 0.389 | 0.689 | -126.1 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | SLA | AL | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1954 | BAL | AL | 10 | 34 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0.206 | 0.0 |
| 1955 | BRO | NL | 39 | 80 | 12 | 26 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 19 | 0 | 9 | 10 | 0.325 | 412.0 |
| 1956 | CHC | NL | 71 | 129 | 10 | 24 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 17 | 0 | 12 | 22 | 0.186 | -538.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | WS | BRO | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 59 | 51 | 450 | 38 | 5 | 37 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | SLA | 1B | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1954 | BAL | 1B | 9 | 9 | 74 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| 1955 | BRO | 1B | 22 | 17 | 159 | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| 1956 | CHN | 1B | 27 | 25 | 209 | 24 | 2 | 22 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 59 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma State University | Stillwater | OK | 1947, 1948, 1949 |