Frank Foutz, baseball player, 1901-1901

Frank Foutz

Born: 4/8/1877 in Baltimore, MD, USA

Died: 12/25/1961 in Lima, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 1901-04-26 | Final Game: 1901-05-27

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Frank Hayes Foutz

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Biography

Frank Foutz was a professional baseball player born in 1877, whose career spanned the early years of the 20th century from 1901 to 1904. He made his mark primarily as a position player, participating in a total of 20 games during his brief tenure in Major League Baseball. Foutz recorded 17 hits, including 2 home runs, and drove in 14 runs, finishing with a batting average of .236. While he did not record any stolen bases, his contributions at the plate demonstrated his ability to drive in runs during a time when the game was rapidly evolving. Playing in an era that preceded the deadball era, Foutz's career coincided with the formative years of professional baseball, characterized by a transition from the rough-and-tumble style of the 19th century to a more organized and strategic game. Though his time in the major leagues was limited, Foutz's performance showcased the potential and talent that many players brought to the diamond during this transformative period in baseball history. His legacy, while not extensively documented, remains a part of the rich tapestry of early 20th-century baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
20 72 13 17 4 1 2 14 0 8 13 0.236 0.321 0.403 0.724 62.1

Career AVG .236 vs. league average .272 across their career seasons — 13.1% below league average.

Career OBP .321 vs. league average .327 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .403 vs. league average .360 across their career seasons — +12.0% above league average.

Career OPS 0.724 vs. league average 0.686 across their career seasons — +5.4% 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
1901 BLA AL 20 72 13 17 4 1 2 14 0 8 13 0.236 .271 (-13%) .326 (-2%) .359 (+12%) .686 (+5%) 62.1

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 20 0 176 11 8 8

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1901 BLA 1B 20 0 176 11 8 8

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 20