Frank Motz, baseball player, 1890-1894

Frank Motz

Born: 10/1/1869 in Freeburg, PA, USA

Died: 3/18/1944 in Akron, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1890-08-27 | Final Game: 1894-05-19

Height: 6'0" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Frank H. Motz

Biography

Frank Motz was a professional baseball player born in 1869 who made his mark in the game during the early 1890s. He played as a position player from 1890 until his final appearance on May 19, 1894. Over the course of his career, Motz participated in 62 games, recording a total of 54 hits and finishing with a batting average of .238. He contributed significantly to his teams with 37 RBIs and hit 2 home runs. Additionally, he showcased his speed on the bases by stealing 6 bases, which was a valuable asset during an era when base running was a critical component of the game. Motz's career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the sport was evolving from the deadball era into a time of increased offensive production. While he may not have achieved the prominence of some of his contemporaries, Motz's contributions to the teams he played for reflected the gritty and competitive spirit of the time. His role as a position player helped to lay the groundwork for future generations, as the game continued to grow and develop into the modern era.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
62 227 25 54 11 1 2 37 6 29 12 0.238 0.337 0.322 0.659 -470.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 62 0 620 57 10 39

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 62