Wayne Franklin

Born: 3/9/1974 in Wilmington, DE, USA

MLB Debut: 2000-07-24 | Final Game: 2006-09-30

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Gary Wayne Franklin

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Biography

Wayne Franklin, born in 1974, was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned from 2000 to 2006. He made his Major League Baseball debut with the Seattle Mariners and later played for the Milwaukee Brewers and the New York Yankees. Over the course of his career, Franklin compiled a record of 14 wins and 16 losses, with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.54. He recorded a total of 216 strikeouts, showcasing his ability to miss bats despite not being known for overpowering velocity. Franklin's career unfolded during a time when offensive output was soaring, marked by the steroid era, which placed additional emphasis on pitching effectiveness and adaptability. Franklin's role as a pitcher included various appearances, primarily in relief, and he was known for his versatility on the mound. Although he did not achieve a high number of saves during his career, his contributions in different roles highlighted his willingness to adapt to the team's needs. His journey through the majors reflected the challenges faced by pitchers in a competitive environment filled with talented hitters. After concluding his MLB career in 2006, Wayne Franklin transitioned into other pursuits, leaving behind a legacy as a determined competitor who navigated the complexities of the game during a transformative era in baseball history.

Career Pitching Statistics

W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	SV	IP	H	ER	HR	BB	SO	ERA	Pitcher PIV
14	16	143	40	1	1	0	323.0	332	199	57	168	216	5.54	0

Career ERA 5.54 vs. league average 4.45 across their career seasons — 24.6% worse than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year	Team	Lg	W	L	G	GS	CG	SHO	IP	H	ER	BB	SO	ERA	Lg ERA	Pitcher PIV
2000	HOU	NL	0	0	25	0	0	0	21.3	24	13	12	21	5.48	4.77 (-15%)	72.5
2001	HOU	NL	0	0	11	0	0	0	12.0	17	9	9	9	6.75	4.42 (-53%)	-1117.2
2002	MIL	NL	2	1	4	4	0	0	24.0	16	7	17	17	2.62	4.28 (+39%)	39.8
2003	MIL	NL	10	13	36	34	1	1	194.7	201	119	94	116	5.50	4.40 (-25%)	-7323.5
2004	SFG	NL	2	1	43	2	0	0	50.7	55	36	22	40	6.39	4.46 (-43%)	-
2005	NYY	AL	0	1	13	0	0	0	12.7	11	9	8	10	6.39	4.29 (-49%)	-
2006	ATL	NL	0	0	11	0	0	0	7.7	8	6	6	3	7.04	—	0.0

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
143	70	3	11	1	0	0	5	0	3	22	0.157	0.189	0.171	0.361	-546.6

Career AVG .157 vs. league average .266 across their career seasons — 40.9% below league average.

Career OBP .189 vs. league average .335 across their career seasons — 43.5% below league average.

Career SLG .171 vs. league average .426 across their career seasons — 59.7% below league average.

Career OPS 0.361 vs. league average 0.761 across their career seasons — 52.6% below league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	RBI	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
2000	HOU	NL	25	2	0	0	0	0	0	1	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
2001	HOU	NL	11	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
2002	MIL	NL	4	6	0	0	0	0	2	3	0.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
2003	MIL	NL	36	59	1	10	1	3	0	18	0.169	.264 (-36%)	.332 (-49%)	.422 (-56%)	.754 (-53%)	-546.6
2004	SFG	NL	43	3	2	1	0	2	1	0	0.333	—	—	—	—	0.0
2005	NYY	AL	13	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—	0.0
2006	ATL	NL	11	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	.000	—	—	—	—	0.0