Frank Forbes

Born: 3/30/1891 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Died: 8/19/1983 in Philadelphia, PA, USA

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 179 lbs

Full name: Frank Lindsey Forbes

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Biography

Frank Forbes, born in 1891, is an active position player whose career showcases a blend of skill and determination. With a commendable batting average of .297 over 42 games, Forbes has made a significant impact at the plate, amassing 41 hits, including 4 home runs and driving in 27 runs. His ability to contribute offensively is complemented by his speed on the bases, as he has successfully stolen 8 bases throughout his career. Forbes plays during an era marked by evolving offensive strategies and the increasing importance of speed and contact hitting. As he continues to play, he remains a valuable asset to his team, demonstrating not only his prowess as a hitter but also his adaptability in the dynamic landscape of modern baseball. His performance thus far positions him as a player to watch as he seeks to further establish his legacy in the sport.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
42	138	21	41	5	2	4	27	8	15	0	0.297	0.390	0.449	0.839	463.8

Career AVG .297 vs. league average .254 across their career seasons — +17.1% above league average.

Career OBP .390 vs. league average .320 across their career seasons — +22.0% above league average.

Career SLG .449 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — +33.7% above league average.

Career OPS 0.839 vs. league average 0.656 across their career seasons — +28.0% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1914	NLS	EAS	4	13	3	4	0	0	0	3	4	2	0.308	—	—	—	—	0.0
1915	NLG	EAS	18	63	10	23	3	2	2	13	2	5	0.365	.250 (+46%)	.318 (+32%)	.332 (+72%)	.651 (+52%)	479.1
1916	NLG	EAS	18	56	7	11	1	0	2	10	2	7	0.196	.248 (-21%)	.314 (-5%)	.326 (-2%)	.640 (-3%)	-15.3
1919	AC	EAS	2	6	1	3	1	0	0	1	0	1	0.500	—	—	—	—	0.0