Frank Wills, baseball player, 1983-1991

Frank Wills

Born: 10/26/1958 in New Orleans, LA, USA

Died: 5/11/2012 in New Orleans, LA, USA

MLB Debut: 1983-07-31 | Final Game: 1991-04-30

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Frank Lee Wills

Biography

Frank Wills was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1983 to 1991. Born in 1958, Wills made his mark during a time when the game was transitioning into a more offensive era, characterized by an increase in home runs and a focus on power hitting. Over the course of his career, he compiled a record of 22 wins and 26 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.06. Wills demonstrated his ability to miss bats, amassing a total of 281 strikeouts throughout his time in the league. In addition to his strikeout prowess, Wills also contributed to his teams with six saves, showcasing his versatility as a pitcher. While he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, Wills played an important role in the bullpens of the teams he represented, bringing a competitive edge and depth to the pitching staff. His career spanned an era that saw significant changes in the game, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
22 26 154 35 1 0 6 435.7 438 245 50 198 281 5.06 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
154 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 .000 .000 .000 0.0

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 154 35 31 57 4 4

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 154

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1991 TOR AL $435,000
1990 TOR AL $242,500
1986 CLE AL $92,000
Total Career Earnings $769,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Tulane University New Orleans LA 1978, 1979, 1980