Frank Connaughton

Born: 1/1/1869 in Clinton, MA, USA

Died: 12/1/1942 in Boston, MA, USA

MLB Debut: 1894-05-28 | Final Game: 1906-10-05

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Frank Henry Connaughton

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Biography

Frank Connaughton was a professional baseball player born in 1869, who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 1894 and 1906. Primarily known as a position player, Connaughton showcased his skills across 146 games, where he accumulated 150 hits, 4 home runs, and 77 RBIs, finishing his career with a commendable batting average of .283. His ability to steal bases was evident as he recorded 26 stolen bases, reflecting the speed and agility that characterized his playing style during an era when base running was a crucial aspect of the game. Connaughton played during a transformative period in baseball, navigating the transition from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, a time rich with evolving strategies and increased competitiveness. His contributions to the teams he played for helped to pave the way for future generations of players, as he exemplified the skills and tenacity that would define modern baseball. Although his career was relatively brief, Connaughton's impact on the field during the early days of professional baseball left a lasting legacy.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
146	530	98	150	12	4	4	77	26	44	24	0.283	0.344	0.343	0.687	-728.6

Career AVG .283 vs. league average .278 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .344 vs. league average .342 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .343 vs. league average .370 across their career seasons — 7.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.687 vs. league average 0.712 across their career seasons — near 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
1894	BSN	NL	46	171	42	59	9	2	2	33	3	16	8	0.345	.309 (+12%)	.379 (+7%)	.435 (+5%)	.814 (+6%)	227.8
1896	NY1	NL	88	315	53	82	3	2	2	43	22	25	7	0.260	.290 (-10%)	.354 (-10%)	.387 (-22%)	.741 (-16%)	-956.4
1906	BSN	NL	12	44	3	9	0	0	0	1	1	3	9	0.205	—	—	—	—	0.0