Frank Makosky
Born: 1/20/1910 in Boonton, NJ, USA
Died: 1/10/1987 in Stroudsburg, PA, USA
MLB Debut: 1937-04-30 | Final Game: 1937-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 185 lbs
Biography
Frank Makosky was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1910, who played in the Major Leagues during the 1937 season. His career, though brief, showcased his capabilities on the mound as he contributed to his team with a record of 5-2. Competing in an era that was marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensively driven style of play, Makosky's performance reflected the challenges and dynamics facing pitchers of his time.
Throughout his single season in the league, he posted an earned run average (ERA) of 4.97, striking out a total of 27 batters and securing 3 saves. Although his time in the Major Leagues was limited to just a few months, Makosky's contributions to the game exemplified the spirit of perseverance and the competitive nature of baseball during the late 1930s, a period that laid the foundation for future generations of players. After his retirement on September 30, 1937, he left behind a legacy that is remembered by baseball historians and enthusiasts alike.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 2 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 58.0 | 64 | 32 | 6 | 24 | 27 | 4.97 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | NYY | AL | 5 | 2 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 58.0 | 64 | 32 | 24 | 27 | 4.97 | - |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 16 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.312 | 0.353 | 0.312 | 0.665 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | NYY | AL | 26 | 16 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.312 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 26 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | NYA | P | 26 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 26 |