Frank Thompson

Born: 10/26/1918 in Merryville, LA, USA

Died: 1983 in Memphis, TN, USA

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 5'4" | Weight: 140 lbs

Full name: Frank R. Thompson

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Biography

Frank Thompson, born in 1918, is an active professional baseball pitcher known for his competitive spirit and reliable presence on the mound. With a career record of 12-10, Thompson demonstrates a solid grasp of pitching fundamentals, maintaining an earned run average (ERA) of 3.51. His ability to strike out batters is evidenced by his 98 strikeouts, showcasing his effectiveness in high-pressure situations. Additionally, he contributes to his team's success with 5 saves, highlighting his versatility in both starting and relief roles. In an era where pitching talent is highly scrutinized, Thompson stands out for his consistent performance and dedication to the game. As he continues his career, he remains an integral part of his team's pitching staff, bringing experience and skill to every game. His ongoing contributions are a testament to his resilience and adaptability, qualities that are essential in today's competitive baseball landscape.

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
12 10 35 24 13 1 5 194.7 186 76 2 61 98 3.51 0

Career ERA 3.51 vs. league average 3.83 across their career seasons — 8.3% better than league average.

Season-by-Season Pitching

Year Team Lg W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER BB SO ERA Lg ERA Pitcher PIV
1945 BBB NAL 1 1 3 3 2 0 0 18.3 18 10 4 12 4.91 3.67 (-34%) 587.6
1946 HG NN2 3 3 7 6 3 0 0 42.0 45 18 16 15 3.86 3.59 (-7%) 206.6
1947 HG NN2 7 2 17 10 7 1 2 96.0 83 30 22 54 2.81 3.97 (+29%) 3788.6
1948 HG NN2 1 4 8 5 1 0 3 38.3 40 18 19 17 4.23 4.10 (-3%) 553.9

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
35 65 6 15 0 1 0 2 0 6 1 0.231 0.296 0.262 0.557 0.0

Career AVG .231 vs. league average .261 across their career seasons — 11.6% below league average.

Career OBP .296 vs. league average .334 across their career seasons — 11.3% below league average.

Career SLG .262 vs. league average .367 across their career seasons — 28.8% below league average.

Career OPS 0.557 vs. league average 0.701 across their career seasons — 20.5% 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
1945 BBB NAL 3 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 0.0
1946 HG NN2 7 14 2 3 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 0.214 — — — — 0.0
1947 HG NN2 17 34 3 8 0 0 0 1 0 3 1 0.235 — — — — 0.0
1948 HG NN2 8 10 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0.400 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
P 35 24 3 43 5 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1945 BBB P 3 3 1 4 1 0
1946 HG P 7 6 1 8 0 0
1947 HG P 17 10 1 23 1 1
1948 HG P 8 5 0 8 3 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 35