Frank Austin

Born: 2/12/1920 in CZ, USA

Died: 1/15/1960 in Panama City, Panama

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 170 lbs

Full name: Frank Samuel Austin

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Biography

Frank Austin, born in 1920, is an active player known for his exceptional performance as a position player in professional baseball. With a career spanning over several years, he has appeared in 254 games and boasts an impressive batting average of .343. Austin's offensive contributions include 346 hits, 139 RBIs, and 3 home runs, along with 23 stolen bases, showcasing his versatility and speed on the field. His ability to consistently get on base and drive in runs has made him a key player for his team. Austin has been recognized for his outstanding skills, earning 4 All-Star selections throughout his career. His playing style reflects a blend of power and agility, making him a valuable asset in both offensive and defensive situations. As he continues to compete in the current era of baseball, Austin's impact on the game is notable, as he remains a prominent figure among his peers, demonstrating the enduring appeal of traditional batting prowess in modern baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
254	1010	197	346	62	14	3	139	23	101	2	0.343	0.404	0.441	0.845	3749.1

Career AVG .343 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — +31.2% above league average.

Career OBP .404 vs. league average .332 across their career seasons — +21.8% above league average.

Career SLG .441 vs. league average .365 across their career seasons — +20.6% above league average.

Career OPS 0.845 vs. league average 0.697 across their career seasons — +21.2% above 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
1944	PS	NN2	47	192	47	64	11	5	0	24	5	28	0	0.333	.261 (+27%)	.325 (+28%)	.357 (+24%)	.683 (+26%)	894.4
1945	PS	NN2	50	216	41	81	16	3	2	34	10	12	2	0.375	.260 (+44%)	.328 (+25%)	.354 (+42%)	.683 (+34%)	1150.2
1946	PS	NN2	63	237	47	77	9	1	0	32	1	27	0	0.325	.256 (+26%)	.328 (+20%)	.358 (+4%)	.687 (+11%)	544.8
1947	PS	NN2	48	174	30	56	11	2	0	25	4	23	0	0.322	.262 (+23%)	.336 (+20%)	.376 (+8%)	.712 (+14%)	475.8
1948	PS	NN2	46	191	32	68	15	3	1	24	3	11	0	0.356	.263 (+35%)	.340 (+17%)	.379 (+27%)	.719 (+22%)	683.8