Frank Torre, baseball player, 1956-1963

Frank Torre

Born: 12/30/1931 in Brooklyn, NY, USA

Died: 9/13/2014 in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA

MLB Debut: 1956-04-20 | Final Game: 1963-09-29

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Frank Joseph Torre

Biography

Frank Torre was an American professional baseball player, born in 1931, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 1956 to 1963. Primarily a position player, Torre played a total of 714 games during his career, amassing 404 hits and achieving a batting average of .273. He contributed 13 home runs and 179 runs batted in (RBIs) to his teams, showcasing his ability to produce offensively while also demonstrating speed on the basepaths with 4 stolen bases. Torre's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, as the sport was evolving from the post-war years into a more dynamic and competitive landscape. Known for his solid hitting and dependable fielding, he played for teams such as the Milwaukee Braves and the New York Mets. As the brother of Hall of Famer Joe Torre, Frank's contributions to the game are often overshadowed by his sibling's illustrious career, yet he carved out his own niche in baseball history through consistent performance and resilience on the field. After retiring in 1963, Torre remained a respected figure in the baseball community, exemplifying the dedication and spirit of the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
714 1482 150 404 78 15 13 179 4 155 64 0.273 0.349 0.372 0.720 853.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
14 27 2 6 0 0 2 4 4 0 0.222

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1958 WS ML1 7 17 0 3 0 0 0 1 2 0 0.176
1957 WS ML1 7 10 2 3 0 0 2 3 2 0 0.300

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 564 334 3536 308 28 329

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 564