Frank Heifer

Franklin Heifer
(Heck)

• Bats Unknown, Throws Unknown
• Height 5' 10", Weight 175 lb.

• Debut June 4, 1875
• Final Game September 9, 1875
• Born January 18, 1854 in Reading, PA USA
• Died August 29, 1893 in Reading, PA USA

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Biographical Information

Frank "Heck" Heifer played 11 games for the Boston Red Stockings in 1875, a team which won the National Association title with a record of 71-8.

Heifer, who made his debut on June 3rd, played first base, outfield and pitcher. In his two games at pitcher, he pitched 2 1/3 innings.

As a batter he hit .280, which was below the team average of .321 but well above the league average of .254. His slugging percentage was .400 due to his hitting three triples.

He also played and managed in his hometown of Reading, PA.

Related Sites

• Frank Heifer at the SABR Bio Project