Seth Frankoff


James Seth Frankoff is an American professional baseball pitcher who is currently a free agent. He has played in Major League Baseball for the Chicago Cubs and in the KBO League for the Doosan Bears.

Career

Oakland Athletics

He was born in Raleigh, North Carolina and attended Apex High School before attending University of North Carolina at Wilmington. He was drafted by the Oakland Athletics in the 27th round of the 2010 Major League Baseball Draft and played in their system from 2010 to 2015. In 2013, he earned a spot in the Arizona Fall League. In 2014, he reached Triple A for the first time.

Chicago Cubs

He joined the Los Angeles Dodgers system in 2016 and the Cubs system for 2017. One source says, "he checks most of the boxes... he rarely walks hitters, which is a standard draw for the Cubs brass," in explaining why Chicago signed him.
He was a minor league Mid-Season All-Star in 2012 and 2014.
In 2007, he was a member of the United States national baseball team.
Frankoff made his major league debut on June 9, 2017, against the Colorado Rockies relieving in the fifth inning.

Seattle Mariners

On September 4, he was claimed off waivers by the Seattle Mariners. Frankoff was granted his release by the Mariners on December 10, in order to pursue pitching opportunities in South Korea.

Doosan Bears

He signed with the Doosan Bears of the KBO League on December 12, 2017. He became a free agent following the 2019 season.

San Diego Padres

On February 14, 2020, Frankoff signed a minor league deal with the San Diego Padres. Frankoff elected free agency on July 14, 2020.