Frank Martin
Born: 7/29/1878 in Denver, CO, USA
Died: 9/2/1942 in Chicago, IL, USA
MLB Debut: 1897-06-30 | Final Game: 1899-09-25
Height: 5'8"
Full name: Frank Joseph Martin
Biography
Frank Martin was a professional baseball player born in 1878, who played during the late 19th century, a time marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more dynamic style of play. Active from 1897 until his final game on September 25, 1899, Martin's career spanned just a few years, during which he appeared in a total of 20 games. As a position player, he showcased a solid batting skill set, finishing his career with a batting average of .242, accumulating 16 hits and driving in 1 run.
Although he did not hit any home runs and recorded zero stolen bases, Martin's contributions to his teams during his brief career reflected the gritty and competitive nature of the era. His time in the league coincided with significant changes in baseball, including the introduction of new playing styles and strategies that would shape the future of the game. Martin's performance, though limited, offered a glimpse into the evolving landscape of professional baseball at the turn of the century.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 66 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 0.242 | 0.275 | 0.273 | 0.548 | -143.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1897 | LS3 | NL | 2 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
| 1898 | CHC | NL | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1899 | NY1 | NL | 17 | 54 | 5 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0.259 | -143.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 3 | 0 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| 3B | 17 | 0 | 24 | 37 | 13 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1897 | LS3 | 2B | 2 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| 1898 | CHN | 2B | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1899 | NY1 | 3B | 17 | 0 | 24 | 37 | 13 | 5 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 3 |
| Third Base | 17 |