Frank Crossin, baseball player, 1912-1914

Frank Crossin

Born: 6/15/1891 in Avondale, PA, USA

Died: 12/6/1965 in Kingston, PA, USA

MLB Debut: 1912-09-24 | Final Game: 1914-08-08

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs

Full name: Frank Patrick Crossin

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Biography

Frank Crossin, born in 1891, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1912 to 1914. As a position player, he appeared in 55 games during his time in Major League Baseball. Although his batting average rested at .147, Crossin contributed a total of 17 hits and 7 RBIs, showcasing a tenacious spirit on the field, despite his challenges at the plate. He also demonstrated some speed, with 4 stolen bases to his name, reflecting the competitive nature of the game during the early 1910s. Playing in an era that predated the explosive offensive statistics of later decades, Crossin navigated a baseball landscape characterized by its emphasis on pitching and defense. His brief career, which concluded on August 8, 1914, placed him within a transitional period of baseball history. Though he may not be remembered as a prolific hitter, Crossin's presence in the game adds to the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball, showcasing the diverse array of talents that contributed to the sport's evolution.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
55 116 8 17 1 1 0 7 4 12 17 0.147 0.244 0.172 0.417 -598.8

Career AVG .147 vs. league average .260 across their career seasons — 43.7% below league average.

Career OBP .244 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — 25.3% below league average.

Career SLG .172 vs. league average .347 across their career seasons — 50.3% below league average.

Career OPS 0.417 vs. league average 0.674 across their career seasons — 38.1% 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
1912 SLA AL 8 22 2 5 0 0 0 2 1 1 6 0.227 — — — — 0.0
1913 SLA AL 4 4 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0.250 — — — — 0.0
1914 SLA AL 43 90 5 11 1 1 0 5 3 10 10 0.122 .255 (-52%) .322 (-30%) .339 (-54%) .661 (-42%) -598.8

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
C 51 0 163 49 16 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1912 SLA C 8 0 17 6 2 0
1913 SLA C 2 0 5 1 1 0
1914 SLA C 41 0 141 42 13 6

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 51