Frankie Frisch Profile: 1933 Baseball Star of the St. Louis Cardinals
Frank F. Frisch, known as "Frankie," was born in New York on September 9, 1898. He served as a second baseman for the St. Louis Cardinals and was characterized as a right-handed hitter who threw right-handed and batted left-handed. Frisch's career is highlighted in the 1933 edition of "Who's Who in Baseball." His early achievements included a standout performance in the 1922 Giants-Yankees World Series, where he notably hit .471. Educated at Fordham University, he excelled in baseball, football, and basketball, ultimately leading his varsity teams. He transitioned to Major League Baseball in 1919, beginning with the New York Giants, where he earned acclaim as their second baseman. Frisch played in multiple World Series and was part of the Cardinals' roster following a significant trade.