Frank Thompson
Born: 7/2/1895 in Springfield, MO, USA
Died: 6/27/1940 in Webb City, MO, USA
MLB Debut: 1920-05-06 | Final Game: 1920-08-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'8" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Frank E. Thompson
Biography
Frank Thompson was a professional baseball player born in 1895, whose career spanned from 1920 to 1920. Primarily known as a position player, Thompson made a brief yet notable mark in the Major Leagues over the course of 22 games. He recorded a total of 9 hits and drove in 5 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .17. Although he did not hit any home runs, he contributed to his team's offense with 1 stolen base during his time on the field.
Thompson's playing career unfolded during a transitional period in baseball, as the game was moving away from the deadball era and beginning to embrace more offensive strategies. While his statistical output may not place him among the legends of the sport, Thompson's participation in the Major Leagues reflects the diverse tapestry of players who contributed to the game's development in the early 20th century. His tenure, although short, adds to the rich history of baseball and the myriad of stories that shaped the sport during its formative years.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 53 | 7 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 10 | 0.170 | 0.343 | 0.170 | 0.513 | -169.5 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | SLA | AL | 22 | 53 | 7 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 10 | 0.170 | -169.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 3B | 14 | 0 | 16 | 27 | 6 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | SLA | 2B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 1920 | SLA | 3B | 14 | 0 | 16 | 27 | 6 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 2 |
| Third Base | 14 |