Frank Smith (1900s pitcher)

Frank "Piano Legs" Smith (born March 28, 1884, in Pittsburg, Kansas; died January 2, 1950, in Oroville, California) was a right-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball who played primarily for the Chicago White Sox (1904-1914) and the Boston Red Sox (1915). He also had brief stints with the Cincinnati Reds (1915) and the Brooklyn Tip-Tops (1916) of the Federal League.

Smith was a key member of the White Sox pitching staff during the Deadball Era, known for his durability and ability to pitch complete games. He led the American League in wins in 1905 and 1906, with 21 and 19 wins respectively. He also led the league in games started in 1905 and 1907. Smith was a member of the 1906 World Series champion White Sox team, defeating the heavily favored Chicago Cubs.

His career statistics include a win-loss record of 195-144, with a 2.44 earned run average in 2998.1 innings pitched. He recorded 21 shutouts. While not a strikeout pitcher by modern standards, Smith was effective due to his control and ability to induce ground balls.

Smith's nickname, "Piano Legs," referred to the shape of his legs.