Frank Griffith

Frank Wesley Griffith

• Bats Left, Throws Left
• Height 5' 7"
• School Northwestern University
• Debut August 13, 1892
• Final Game July 17, 1894
• Born November 18, 1872 in Gilman, IL USA
• Died December 13, 1908 in Waterman, IL USA

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Biographical Information

Frank Griffith was at Northwestern University in 1892-93, and played in the majors in 1892 and 1894. He was the first major leaguer to come from Northwestern.

He was not an effective pitcher, but as a hitter he slugged .560.

He was a 19-year-old rookie in 1892, when he was managed by Cap Anson. In 1894, when he had most of his appearances, his manager was Patsy Tebeau.