RIP - Frank Thomas

 

Frank Thomas, a slugging outfielder for several teams in the 1950s and 1960s, passed away on January 16, 2023 at age 93.

Thomas made his debut with the Pirates in 1951, and was a regular member of their lineup from 1953 to 1958. Initially the center fielder, he moved to 3rd base upon the acquisition of Bill Virdon. 

 

After the 1958 season, he made several short stops for the remainder of his career: Reds (1959), Cubs ('60-'61), Braves ('61), Mets ('62-'64), Phillies ('64-'65), Astros ('65), Braves ('65), and Cubs ('66).

Pittsburgh Basebal Now obituary  

New York Times obituary