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
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | ATL | NL | 111 | 159 | 17 | 41 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 11 | 4 | 0.258 | -538.8 |
| 1957 | ATL | NL | 129 | 364 | 46 | 99 | 19 | 5 | 5 | 40 | 0 | 29 | 19 | 0.272 | 196.7 |
| 1958 | ATL | NL | 138 | 372 | 41 | 115 | 22 | 5 | 6 | 55 | 2 | 42 | 14 | 0.309 | 1253.8 |
| 1959 | ATL | NL | 115 | 263 | 23 | 60 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 33 | 0 | 35 | 12 | 0.228 | -576.1 |
| 1960 | ATL | NL | 21 | 44 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0.205 | 0.0 |
| 1962 | PHI | NL | 108 | 168 | 13 | 52 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 24 | 6 | 0.310 | 415.8 |
| 1963 | PHI | NL | 92 | 112 | 8 | 28 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 11 | 7 | 0.250 | 102.5 |
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
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | ML1 | 1B | 89 | 26 | 390 | 42 | 3 | 34 |
| 1957 | ML1 | 1B | 117 | 85 | 859 | 71 | 4 | 89 |
| 1958 | ML1 | 1B | 122 | 94 | 960 | 80 | 6 | 85 |
| 1959 | ML1 | 1B | 87 | 63 | 622 | 46 | 4 | 43 |
| 1960 | ML1 | 1B | 17 | 10 | 105 | 4 | 0 | 12 |
| 1962 | PHI | 1B | 76 | 35 | 347 | 37 | 8 | 40 |
| 1963 | PHI | 1B | 56 | 21 | 253 | 28 | 3 | 26 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 564 |