Frank Mancuso
Born: 5/23/1918 in Houston, TX, USA
Died: 8/4/2007 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1944-04-18 | Final Game: 1947-09-26
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs
Full name: Frank Octavius Mancuso
Biography
Frank Mancuso was a professional baseball player who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1944 to 1947. Born in 1918, Mancuso's career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, marked by the impact of World War II and the integration of the sport. Over the course of his four-season career, he appeared in 337 games, showcasing his skills primarily as an infielder.
Throughout his time in the league, Mancuso accumulated 241 hits, contributing to a batting average of .241. He demonstrated a balanced offensive approach with 5 home runs and 98 runs batted in, reflecting his ability to drive in runs during critical moments. Additionally, he recorded 2 stolen bases, highlighting his agility and base-running capabilities. Mancuso's contributions to his teams were significant during an era when baseball was not only a sport but also a source of hope and entertainment for many Americans. His career remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, representing the resilience and evolution of the game in the mid-20th century.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 337 | 1002 | 85 | 241 | 37 | 7 | 5 | 98 | 2 | 101 | 118 | 0.241 | 0.314 | 0.306 | 0.620 | -1624.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | SLA | AL | 88 | 244 | 19 | 50 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 24 | 1 | 20 | 32 | 0.205 | -947.6 |
| 1945 | SLA | AL | 119 | 365 | 39 | 98 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 38 | 0 | 46 | 44 | 0.268 | 114.5 |
| 1946 | SLA | AL | 87 | 262 | 22 | 63 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 23 | 1 | 30 | 31 | 0.240 | -217.0 |
| 1947 | WSN | AL | 43 | 131 | 5 | 30 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 0.229 | -574.2 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | WS | SLA | 2 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.667 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 322 | 0 | 1220 | 136 | 39 | 23 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | SLA | C | 87 | 0 | 311 | 35 | 17 | 9 |
| 1945 | SLA | C | 115 | 0 | 467 | 55 | 6 | 10 |
| 1946 | SLA | C | 85 | 0 | 298 | 31 | 9 | 3 |
| 1947 | WS1 | C | 35 | 0 | 144 | 15 | 7 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 322 |