Fran Mullins
Born: 5/14/1957 in Oakland, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1980-09-01 | Final Game: 1986-09-30
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs
Full name: Francis Joseph Mullins
Biography
Fran Mullins, born in 1957, was a position player who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1980 until his retirement on September 30, 1986. Over the course of his career, he played in 106 games, accumulating a total of 43 hits. Mullins demonstrated versatility and speed on the field, recording 3 stolen bases and driving in 18 runs, alongside hitting 2 home runs. With a batting average of .203, he showcased a determination to contribute to his team's success during a competitive era in baseball.
Mullins' career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball history, marked by the growing emphasis on power hitting and the evolving dynamics of player performance. While he may not have been among the league's offensive leaders, his contributions as a role player were vital in supporting the stars of his teams. After hanging up his cleats, Mullins remained a part of baseball history, remembered for his time as a dedicated player who navigated the complexities of the game during the early 1980s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 106 | 212 | 20 | 43 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 18 | 3 | 20 | 48 | 0.203 | 0.269 | 0.307 | 0.576 | -463.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | CHW | AL | 21 | 62 | 9 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 8 | 0.194 | -224.7 |
| 1984 | SFG | NL | 57 | 110 | 8 | 24 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 3 | 9 | 29 | 0.218 | -239.1 |
| 1986 | CLE | AL | 28 | 40 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0.175 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2B | 17 | 5 | 16 | 31 | 2 | 4 |
| 3B | 49 | 35 | 21 | 70 | 3 | 9 |
| SS | 39 | 19 | 38 | 81 | 5 | 14 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | CHA | 3B | 21 | 21 | 15 | 36 | 1 | 7 |
| 1984 | SFN | 2B | 4 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | SFN | 3B | 28 | 14 | 6 | 34 | 2 | 2 |
| 1984 | SFN | SS | 28 | 16 | 31 | 63 | 3 | 12 |
| 1986 | CLE | 1B | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | CLE | 2B | 13 | 5 | 14 | 27 | 2 | 4 |
| 1986 | CLE | SS | 11 | 3 | 7 | 18 | 2 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 18 |
| Third Base | 49 |
| Shortstop | 39 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | CLE | AL | $60,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $60,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara University | Santa Clara | CA | 1977, 1978, 1979 |