Retired MLB Star Todd Frazier Returns to His Roots with His Son in Toms River

Todd Frazier, a former Major League Baseball All-Star third baseman and current sports analyst for the New York Yankees, has revisited the baseball field where his journey began—Toms River Little League. The occasion was not only personal but also a professional milestone, as he filmed a campaign with his son Blake, 11, for the insect repellent brand OFF!, on the very same field where Frazier’s 1998 Little League World Championship team played.

Reflecting on the experience, Frazier shared that returning to Toms River evokes many cherished memories. “It brings a lot of memories, especially at the Little League where I first started and we eventually won. It means a lot to me, especially inside in my heart,” he said. During filming, he even stood in the same batter’s box he used as a child, watching his son emulate his swing—an experience he finds deeply meaningful.

Family and Baseball

Frazier, who married Jackie in 2012, credits his family’s support for his ability to enjoy his career. “It’s very hard. You gotta have a good backbone, and I thank my wife, Jackie, for being phenomenal through it all,” he explained. His older son Blake is notably athletic and eager to follow in his father’s footsteps, while his younger children, Kylie and Grant, keep humble about their dad’s fame.

His latest collaboration with his son not only symbolizes a full-circle moment but also emphasizes the family’s love for baseball. Frazier mentioned how the partnership with OFF! was a perfect fit, especially during the mosquito-infested months of summer in the New Jersey area. “Mosquitoes have always been a problem, but now I get to combine my passion for the game with a cause that protects young players from pests,” he noted.

Teaching Life Through Baseball

Frazier explained the significance of “squishing the bug,” a baseball term he demonstrated with his son during a video shoot. “It’s about turning your back foot and driving your hips—techniques that help young players hit better,” he said. He added, “This campaign ties into how kids should focus on the game, not distractions like bugs, which can interfere with their play and enjoyment.”