Frank Thomas

DH/1B

Biography

Frank Thomas was a Hall of Fame DH/1B who played from 1990 to 2008. A legendary power hitter, Thomas slugged 521 career home runs with a 0.301 batting average. A right-handed, Thomas stood 6'5" tall and brought athleticism and dedication to his position. Born in Columbus, GA, Thomas made significant contributions to baseball. Thomas was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2014, cementing his place among baseball's all-time greats. Throughout his 19-season career, he was associated with the OAK, leaving an indelible mark on the franchise. His remarkable consistency over 2322 games made him one of the most reliable players of his generation. Playing during the expansion era, Thomas exemplified the skill and dedication that defined baseball excellence. His contributions to the game continue to be remembered and celebrated by baseball fans and historians alike. Thomas's legacy endures as a testament to excellence and dedication in America's pastime.

Career Information

Debut: 1990

Final Season: 2008

Team: Oakland Athletics

Born: 1968 in Columbus, GA

Career Statistics

Batting

Batting Average: 0.301
Games Played: 2322
Hits: 2468
Home Runs: 521
Runs: 1494

Pitching

Awards & Accolades

  • Player of the Week (1990)
  • Player of the Month (1991)
  • Player of the Week (1991)
  • Player of the Week (1991)
  • Silver Slugger (1991)
  • Player of the Month (1992)
  • Player of the Week (1992)
  • Player of the Week (1992)
  • MLB Players Choice Outstanding Player (1993)
  • Most Valuable Player (1993)
  • Player of the Month (1993)
  • Silver Slugger (1993)
  • TSN All-Star (1993)
  • TSN Major League Player of the Year (1993)
  • MLB Players Choice Outstanding Player (1994)
  • Most Valuable Player (1994)
  • Player of the Month (1994)
  • Player of the Month (1994)
  • Player of the Week (1994)
  • Player of the Week (1994)
  • Silver Slugger (1994)
  • TSN All-Star (1994)
  • Player of the Month (1996)
  • Player of the Month (1996)
  • Player of the Month (1997)
  • Player of the Week (1997)
  • Player of the Week (1997)
  • Player of the Week (1999)
  • MLB Players Choice Comeback Player (2000)
  • Player of the Week (2000)
  • Player of the Week (2000)
  • Silver Slugger (2000)
  • TSN Comeback Player of the Year (2000)
  • Player of the Week (2003)
  • TSN All-Star (2003)
  • MLB Players Choice Comeback Player (2006)
  • Player of the Week (2006)