Frankie Kelleher

Francis Eugene Kelleher

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 6' 1", Weight 195 lb.
• School Saint Mary's College of California
• High School John Swett High School
• Debut July 18, 1942
• Final Game June 14, 1943
• Born August 22, 1916 in San Francisco, CA USA
• Died April 13, 1979 in Stockton, CA USA

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Biographical Information

Frankie Kelleher was the toast of Hollywood during its golden age, as a star for 10 years with the Hollywood Stars when that club was among the best teams during the Pacific Coast League's heyday. Kelleher hit .283 with 358 homers and 1,360 RBIs in 2,011 minor league games during his career. When Kelleher played his last game before retirement, it is said, Jayne Mansfield cried in her seat behind the dugout.

In 2004 he was elected to the Pacific Coast League Hall of Fame.

• HR Titles

1941 International League 37, also led league with 125 RBI

1944 Pacific Coast League 29, also led league with 121 RBI

1950 Pacific Coast League 40

Related Sites

• Frankie Kelleher at the SABR Bio Project