Frank Quilici
Born: 5/11/1939 in Chicago, IL, USA
Died: 5/14/2018 in Burnsville, MN, USA
MLB Debut: 1965-07-18 | Final Game: 1970-09-29
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Francis Ralph Quilici
Biography
Frank Quilici, born in 1939, was a professional baseball player who enjoyed a career spanning from 1965 to 1970. Primarily known as a position player, Quilici played a total of 405 games in Major League Baseball. Throughout his career, he recorded 146 hits, which included 5 home runs and 53 RBIs, resulting in a batting average of .214. He also contributed to the base-running game with 3 stolen bases.
Quilici's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by a shift toward more dynamic playing styles and strategies. While he may not have been among the most prolific hitters of his time, his versatility and grit on the field earned him respect among peers and fans alike. After his playing days, Quilici remained influential in the sport, contributing to baseball in various capacities. His journey reflects the experiences of many players of his generation, navigating the challenges and changes of a rapidly evolving game.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 405 | 682 | 78 | 146 | 23 | 6 | 5 | 53 | 3 | 66 | 120 | 0.214 | 0.281 | 0.287 | 0.569 | -1775.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | MIN | AL | 56 | 149 | 16 | 31 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 15 | 33 | 0.208 | -505.8 |
| 1967 | MIN | AL | 23 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 0.105 | 0.0 |
| 1968 | MIN | AL | 97 | 229 | 22 | 56 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 22 | 0 | 21 | 45 | 0.245 | -4.5 |
| 1969 | MIN | AL | 118 | 144 | 19 | 25 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 2 | 12 | 22 | 0.174 | -815.8 |
| 1970 | MIN | AL | 111 | 141 | 19 | 32 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 0 | 15 | 16 | 0.227 | -449.9 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 22 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0.182 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | ALCS | MIN | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
| 1965 | WS | MIN | 7 | 20 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 0.200 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2B | 222 | 139 | 387 | 424 | 6 | 98 |
| 3B | 159 | 31 | 50 | 137 | 11 | 12 |
| SS | 13 | 8 | 11 | 20 | 3 | 4 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | MIN | 2B | 52 | 39 | 93 | 112 | 2 | 33 |
| 1965 | MIN | SS | 4 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 1967 | MIN | 2B | 13 | 2 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 4 |
| 1967 | MIN | 3B | 8 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | MIN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1968 | MIN | 1B | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1968 | MIN | 2B | 48 | 34 | 93 | 101 | 0 | 21 |
| 1968 | MIN | 3B | 40 | 24 | 28 | 64 | 3 | 9 |
| 1968 | MIN | SS | 6 | 5 | 8 | 11 | 2 | 3 |
| 1969 | MIN | 2B | 36 | 23 | 84 | 81 | 1 | 15 |
| 1969 | MIN | 3B | 84 | 7 | 15 | 57 | 5 | 2 |
| 1969 | MIN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | MIN | 2B | 73 | 41 | 107 | 121 | 3 | 25 |
| 1970 | MIN | 3B | 27 | 0 | 7 | 12 | 3 | 1 |
| 1970 | MIN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 1 |
| Second Base | 224 |
| Third Base | 158 |
| Shortstop | 14 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Michigan University | Kalamazoo | MI | 1959, 1960, 1961 |