Nick Buss
Born: 12/15/1986 in Southfield, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 2013-09-14 | Final Game: 2016-10-02
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 190 lbs
Full name: Nicholas Gregory Buss
Biography
Nick Buss was a professional baseball player born in 1986, who made his mark in Major League Baseball between 2013 and 2016. Primarily serving as a position player, Buss played a total of 44 games in the big leagues, demonstrating versatility and determination during his time in the sport. He recorded 18 hits, including one home run, and accumulated 8 RBIs, finishing his career with a batting average of .180. Buss also showcased his speed on the bases, stealing 2 bases throughout his career.
Buss's career unfolded during a period of significant change in baseball, marked by evolving player performance metrics and increased emphasis on analytics. While his statistical output may not have placed him among the game's elite, his contributions were emblematic of the hard work and dedication required to reach the major leagues. His journey through professional baseball serves as an inspiring narrative of perseverance for aspiring athletes looking to make their own mark in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44 | 100 | 7 | 18 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 25 | 0.180 | 0.229 | 0.300 | 0.529 | -322.2 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | LAD | NL | 8 | 19 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.105 | 0.0 |
| 2016 | LAA | AL | 36 | 81 | 7 | 16 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 24 | 0.198 | -322.2 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 37 | 27 | 46 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | LAN | OF | 6 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | LAA | OF | 31 | 23 | 39 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 27 |
| Center Field | 4 |
| Right Field | 8 |
| Designated Hitter | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | Los Angeles | CA | 2007, 2008 |