Travis Fryman was a professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues for 13 seasons. He was primarily a third baseman, but also played shortstop and first base during his career. Fryman was known for his solid defense and consistent hitting.
Fryman was born on March 25, 1969 in Lexington, Kentucky. He attended Tate's Creek High School, where he played baseball and basketball. He was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the first round of the 1987 MLB draft, and made his Major League debut in 1990 at the age of 21.
Fryman spent the first nine seasons of his career with the Tigers, where he established himself as one of the best third basemen in the American League. He was a five-time All-Star during his time in Detroit, and won four Gold Glove Awards for his outstanding defense. Fryman was also a solid hitter, batting over .300 in three seasons and hitting 20 or more home runs four times.
In 1998, Fryman was traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks, where he played for one season before being traded again to the Cleveland Indians. He spent the final three seasons of his career with the Indians, where he continued to be a productive player. Fryman retired after the 2002 season at the age of 33.
Over the course of his career, Fryman played in 1,615 games and had a batting average of .274. He hit 223 home runs and drove in 1,022 runs. Fryman was also a solid defensive player, with a career fielding percentage of .966.
After retiring from baseball, Fryman stayed involved in the game as a coach and manager. He served as the manager of the Mahoning Valley Scrappers, a minor league affiliate of the Cleveland Indians, from 2008 to 2010. Fryman also worked as a hitting coach for the Indians and as a special assistant to the general manager for the Tigers.
Overall, Travis Fryman had a successful career as a Major League baseball player. He was a consistent performer on both offense and defense, and was recognized as one of the best third basemen of his era. Fryman's contributions to the game have earned him a place in the history of baseball.
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