Frank Parkinson
Born: 3/23/1895 in Dickson City, PA, USA
Died: 7/4/1960 in Trenton, NJ, USA
MLB Debut: 1921-04-13 | Final Game: 1924-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 175 lbs
Full name: Frank Joseph Parkinson
Biography
Frank Parkinson was a professional baseball player born in 1895, who played in the Major Leagues from 1921 to 1924. Primarily serving as a position player, Parkinson made his mark during a transitional era in baseball, moving away from the deadball style towards a more offensive approach that characterized the Roaring Twenties. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 378 games, accumulating 335 hits and demonstrating his capacity to drive in runs with a total of 149 RBIs. His batting average stood at .256, reflecting a solid performance during a time when hitting was becoming increasingly vital to the game.
Parkinson's power at the plate was evident with 24 home runs, showcasing his ability to contribute significantly to his team's offensive efforts. Although he recorded only 9 stolen bases, his overall skill set allowed him to be an effective player during his tenure. His career, though brief, was part of the evolution of baseball in the early 20th century, a time that saw the game expand its popularity and the introduction of new strategies that would shape future generations of players.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 378 | 1311 | 157 | 335 | 57 | 8 | 24 | 149 | 9 | 95 | 233 | 0.256 | 0.308 | 0.366 | 0.674 | -2554.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | PHI | NL | 108 | 391 | 36 | 99 | 20 | 2 | 5 | 32 | 3 | 13 | 81 | 0.253 | -1336.7 |
| 1922 | PHI | NL | 141 | 545 | 86 | 150 | 18 | 6 | 15 | 70 | 3 | 55 | 93 | 0.275 | 134.1 |
| 1923 | PHI | NL | 67 | 219 | 21 | 53 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 28 | 0 | 13 | 31 | 0.242 | -645.3 |
| 1924 | PHI | NL | 62 | 156 | 14 | 33 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 19 | 3 | 14 | 28 | 0.212 | -706.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 186 | 0 | 419 | 709 | 45 | 107 |
| 3B | 40 | 0 | 31 | 53 | 5 | 7 |
| SS | 141 | 0 | 288 | 507 | 56 | 78 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | PHI | 3B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1921 | PHI | SS | 105 | 0 | 233 | 404 | 47 | 55 |
| 1922 | PHI | 2B | 139 | 0 | 323 | 562 | 34 | 78 |
| 1923 | PHI | 2B | 37 | 0 | 84 | 123 | 11 | 24 |
| 1923 | PHI | 3B | 11 | 0 | 11 | 11 | 2 | 2 |
| 1923 | PHI | SS | 15 | 0 | 23 | 41 | 5 | 10 |
| 1924 | PHI | 2B | 10 | 0 | 12 | 24 | 0 | 5 |
| 1924 | PHI | 3B | 28 | 0 | 19 | 41 | 3 | 5 |
| 1924 | PHI | SS | 21 | 0 | 32 | 62 | 4 | 13 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 185 |
| Third Base | 40 |
| Shortstop | 142 |