Frank Edington

Born: 7/4/1891 in Koleen, IN, USA

Died: 11/11/1969 in Bastrop, LA, USA

MLB Debut: 1912-06-20 | Final Game: 1912-07-13

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'7" | Weight: 180 lbs

Full name: Jacob Frank Edington

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Biography

Frank Edington was a professional baseball player born in 1891, whose career spanned a brief but impactful period from 1912 to 1912. Primarily a position player, Edington made his mark during a time when the game was transitioning into the lively ball era, characterized by an increase in offensive production and the emergence of power hitters. Despite the short duration of his career, Edington showcased his abilities in 15 games, where he recorded 16 hits and drove in 12 runs, achieving a commendable batting average of .302. While Edington did not hit any home runs or steal bases during his time in the major leagues, his on-base skills and ability to generate runs highlighted his effectiveness as a contact hitter. His contributions, although limited in games played, reflect the competitive nature of early 20th-century baseball, where players often faced rigorous challenges both on and off the field. Edington’s career, while fleeting, remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, illustrating the diverse backgrounds and stories of players from that era.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
15	53	4	16	0	2	0	12	0	3	1	0.302	0.339	0.377	0.717	14.4

Career AVG .302 vs. league average .269 across their career seasons — +12.3% above league average.

Career OBP .339 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .377 vs. league average .359 across their career seasons — +5.2% above league average.

Career OPS 0.717 vs. league average 0.694 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
1912	PIT	NL	15	53	4	16	0	2	0	12	0	3	1	0.302	.268 (+12%)	.335 (+1%)	.358 (+5%)	.694 (+3%)	14.4

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	14	0	22	3	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1912	PIT	OF	14	0	22	3	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Right Field	13