Frank Mills
Born: 5/13/1895 in Knoxville, OH, USA
Died: 8/31/1983 in Youngstown, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1914-09-22 | Final Game: 1914-09-30
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Frank LeMoyne Mills
Biography
Frank Mills was a professional baseball player born in 1895, who played as a position player in the early 20th century. His career in Major League Baseball was brief, spanning from September 22 to September 30, 1914. During this short stint, Mills appeared in just 4 games, where he recorded 1 hit, resulting in a batting average of .125. Despite not achieving significant statistical milestones, his presence in the game during the pre-World War I era marked a time of transition in baseball, characterized by evolving playing styles and increasing competition.
Mills's career, though limited in scope, reflects the experiences of many players in that era who navigated the challenges of breaking into a league that was beginning to see a greater influx of talent. While he did not contribute measurable power to his team—recording no home runs or RBIs—his involvement in the major leagues, however fleeting, placed him among the ranks of those who would eventually pave the way for future generations of players. The context of his career highlights the rich tapestry of baseball history, where even the briefest of tenures can hold significance within the larger narrative of the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.222 | 0.125 | 0.347 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | CLE | AL | 4 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.125 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 2 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | CLE | C | 2 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 2 |