Frank McGowan, baseball player, 1922-1937

Frank McGowan

Born: 11/8/1901 in Branford, CT, USA

Died: 5/6/1982 in Hamden, CT, USA

MLB Debut: 1922-04-12 | Final Game: 1937-05-13

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 190 lbs

Full name: Frank Bernard McGowan

Biography

Frank McGowan, born in 1901, was a notable position player in Major League Baseball who had a career spanning from 1922 to 1937. Over the course of 375 games, McGowan established himself as a consistent hitter, amassing 316 hits and maintaining a batting average of .262. His offensive contributions included 108 runs batted in and 6 home runs, showcasing his ability to drive in runs when it mattered most. In addition to his hitting prowess, McGowan demonstrated speed on the base paths, recording 17 stolen bases throughout his career. Playing during a transitional period in baseball, McGowan's career unfolded in the years leading up to World War II, a time when the game was beginning to evolve with the involvement of new strategies and styles of play. While not a household name, McGowan's contributions to the teams he played for were significant, and his legacy is a reminder of the many players who helped shape the game in the early 20th century. His career remains a testament to the dedication and skill required to compete at the highest levels of baseball during a time of significant change in the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
375 1208 174 316 58 16 6 108 17 154 122 0.262 0.347 0.351 0.698 -1405.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 327 0 722 44 24 9

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 25
Center Field 124
Right Field 182