Frank Arellanes

Born: 1/28/1882 in Santa Cruz, CA, USA

Died: 12/13/1918 in San Jose, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1908-07-17 | Final Game: 1910-08-14

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Frank Julian Arellanes

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Biography

Frank Arellanes was a professional baseball pitcher born in 1882, who played in the Major Leagues from July 17, 1908, until August 14, 1910. Arellanes made his mark during an era when the game was transitioning from the deadball era to a more offensive style, showcasing his talents on the mound with a career record of 24 wins and 22 losses. With a remarkable earned run average of 2.28, he proved to be a formidable opponent for hitters, accumulating a total of 148 strikeouts throughout his brief yet impactful career. Known for his pitching prowess, Arellanes also secured 8 saves, reflecting his ability to perform under pressure and contribute significantly to his team's success in critical moments. His contributions on the mound during the early 20th century left a lasting impression, as he navigated a period that saw the evolution of baseball tactics and player dynamics. Arellanes remains a notable figure in the history of pitching, remembered for his skill and competitive spirit in a rapidly changing game.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
24	22	74	49	25	2	8	409.7	358	104	5	85	148	2.28	0

Career ERA 2.28 vs. league average 2.58 across their career seasons — 11.4% better than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
1908	BOS	AL	4	3	11	8	6	1	0	79.0	60	16	18	33	1.82	2.40 (+24%)	287.2
1909	BOS	AL	16	12	45	28	17	1	8	230.7	192	56	43	82	2.18	2.55 (+14%)	1355.3
1910	BOS	AL	4	7	18	13	2	0	0	100.0	106	32	24	33	2.88	2.79 (-3%)	400.7

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
77	142	8	24	1	2	1	6	3	3	21	0.169	0.186	0.225	0.412	-511.9

Career AVG .169 vs. league average .245 across their career seasons — 31.0% below league average.

Career OBP .186 vs. league average .308 across their career seasons — 39.5% below league average.

Career SLG .225 vs. league average .315 across their career seasons — 28.6% below league average.

Career OPS 0.412 vs. league average 0.623 across their career seasons — 33.9% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1908	BOS	AL	13	30	1	5	0	2	0	1	0	0	4	0.167	—	—	—	—	0.0
1909	BOS	AL	46	78	5	13	0	0	0	1	3	2	10	0.167	.244 (-32%)	.306 (-39%)	.312 (-47%)	.618 (-43%)	-511.9
1910	BOS	AL	18	34	2	6	1	0	1	4	0	1	7	0.176	—	—	—	—	0.0