Frank Heifer
From BR Bullpen
Franklin Heifer (Heck)
- Bats Unknown, Throws Unknown
- Weight 175 lb.
- Debut June 4, 1875
- Born January 18, 1854 in Reading, PA USA
- Died August 29, 1893 in Reading, PA USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Frank "Heck" Heifer played 11 games for the 1875 Boston Red Stockings, a team which won the 1875 National Association with a record of 71-8.
Heifer, who made his debut on June 3, 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.
