Frank Seminara
Born: 5/16/1967 in Brooklyn, NY, USA
MLB Debut: 1992-06-02 | Final Game: 1994-06-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Frank Peter Seminara
Biography
Frank Seminara was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1967, who played in Major League Baseball from 1992 to 1994. Over the course of his brief career, he showcased his skills primarily as a starting pitcher. Seminara finished his career with a record of 12-9 and an earned run average (ERA) of 4.12. He recorded a total of 90 strikeouts, demonstrating his ability to miss bats and contribute to his team's pitching rotation. Though he did not register any saves, Seminara's role on the mound was significant during the early 1990s, a period marked by a shift towards offensive play in baseball.
Seminara's time in the big leagues coincided with a competitive era in baseball, characterized by the emergence of power hitters and an evolving understanding of pitching strategies. His contributions on the field, while not extensive in terms of longevity, reflected the dedication and talent necessary to succeed at the highest level. After his playing days, Seminara remained a part of the baseball community, leaving behind a legacy tied to his performance during a transitional period in Major League Baseball history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 9 | 47 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 163.7 | 171 | 75 | 12 | 75 | 90 | 4.12 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | SDP | NL | 9 | 4 | 19 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 100.3 | 98 | 41 | 46 | 61 | 3.68 | - |
| 1993 | SDP | NL | 3 | 3 | 18 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 46.3 | 53 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 4.47 | - |
| 1994 | NYN | NL | 0 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17.0 | 20 | 11 | 8 | 7 | 5.82 | -314.3 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47 | 47 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0.128 | 0.146 | 0.128 | 0.273 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | SDP | NL | 19 | 34 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0.118 | 0.0 |
| 1993 | SDP | NL | 18 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.200 | 0.0 |
| 1994 | NYN | NL | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 47 | 26 | 19 | 29 | 6 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | SDN | P | 19 | 18 | 9 | 23 | 2 | 1 |
| 1993 | SDN | P | 18 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| 1994 | NYN | P | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 47 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | SDN | NL | $150,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $150,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia University | New York | NY | 1986, 1987, 1988 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Rookie of the Year | NL | 7th | 1.0 | 120 | 0 |