Frank McKenry
Born: 8/13/1888 in Piney Flats, TN, USA
Died: 11/1/1956 in Fresno, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1915-07-20 | Final Game: 1916-05-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Frank Gordon McKenry
Biography
Frank McKenry was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1888, who showcased his talents in the majors during a brief career from 1915 to 1916. He played during a transitional period in baseball, just before the dawn of the lively ball era, which would significantly change the dynamics of the game. Throughout his time in the league, McKenry recorded a win-loss record of 6-6, demonstrating a competitive spirit on the mound.
McKenry finished his career with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.1, a respectable figure that reflected his ability to limit scoring opportunities for opposing teams. He struck out 39 batters over the course of his career, showcasing his skill in overpowering hitters. Although he did not register any saves, McKenry's contributions to his teams were felt during his tenure. His time in Major League Baseball, though short-lived, positioned him as a notable figure in the early 20th-century landscape of American baseball.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 27 | 12 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 125.0 | 108 | 43 | 2 | 47 | 39 | 3.10 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | CIN | NL | 5 | 5 | 21 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 110.3 | 94 | 36 | 39 | 37 | 2.94 | -607.3 |
| 1916 | CIN | NL | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.7 | 14 | 7 | 8 | 2 | 4.30 | -503.9 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 38 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0.184 | 0.225 | 0.395 | 0.620 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | CIN | NL | 21 | 33 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 0.152 | 0.0 |
| 1916 | CIN | NL | 6 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.400 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 27 | 0 | 3 | 40 | 2 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 | CIN | P | 21 | 0 | 3 | 36 | 2 | 3 |
| 1916 | CIN | P | 6 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 27 |