Frank Kreutzer
Born: 2/7/1939 in Buffalo, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1962-09-20 | Final Game: 1969-05-12
Bats: R | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Franklin James Kreutzer
Biography
Frank Kreutzer was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1962 to 1969. Born in 1939, Kreutzer made his mark during a transitional era in baseball history, navigating the shifting dynamics of the game in the 1960s. Throughout his career, he showcased his talents on the mound with a record of 8-18 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.4. His competitive spirit was evident as he totaled 151 strikeouts and recorded one save, contributing to his teams' efforts during a time when pitching was increasingly dominant.
Kreutzer's career spanned several seasons, during which he faced the challenges of a league marked by both emerging talent and a heightened focus on pitching prowess. While he may not have achieved superstar status, Kreutzer's contributions as a reliable pitcher in the bullpen and starting rotation affirmed his role in the broader narrative of baseball during the 1960s. His journey through the league reflected the evolving strategies of the game, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 18 | 78 | 32 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 210.7 | 194 | 103 | 24 | 109 | 151 | 4.40 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | CHW | AL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.00 | - |
| 1963 | CHW | AL | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1.80 | - |
| 1964 | CHW | AL | 3 | 1 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 40.3 | 37 | 15 | 18 | 32 | 3.35 | - |
| 1964 | WS2 | AL | 2 | 6 | 13 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45.3 | 48 | 24 | 23 | 27 | 4.76 | -1306.4 |
| 1965 | WS2 | AL | 2 | 6 | 33 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 85.3 | 73 | 41 | 54 | 65 | 4.32 | -1150.7 |
| 1966 | WS2 | AL | 0 | 5 | 9 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31.3 | 30 | 21 | 10 | 24 | 6.03 | -1804.9 |
| 1969 | WS2 | AL | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4.50 | 0.0 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 | 51 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 28 | 0.078 | 0.096 | 0.157 | 0.253 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | CHW | AL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 1963 | CHW | AL | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | CHW | AL | 17 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
| 1964 | WS2 | AL | 13 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1965 | WS2 | AL | 33 | 22 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0.045 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | WS2 | AL | 9 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | WS2 | AL | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 78 | 32 | 16 | 28 | 4 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | CHA | P | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1963 | CHA | P | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1964 | CHA | P | 17 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| 1964 | WS2 | P | 13 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 1965 | WS2 | P | 33 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 1966 | WS2 | P | 9 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | WS2 | P | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 78 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villanova University | Villanova | PA | 1959, 1960 |