Nomar Mazara
Born: 4/26/1995 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2016-04-10 | Final Game: 2022-08-19
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'4" | Weight: 224 lbs
Full name: Nomar Shamir Mazara
Biography
Nomar Mazara, born in 1995, was a professional baseball player who made significant contributions to Major League Baseball from 2016 until his retirement in 2022. Known for his powerful bat and impressive physical presence, Mazara played primarily as an outfielder during his career. He saw action in 684 games, amassing 626 hits and demonstrating his ability to drive in runs with a total of 360 RBIs. His power was evident in his 85 home runs, while he finished his career with a batting average of .256 and seven stolen bases.
Mazara made a notable impact early in his career, earning the title of Rookie of the Month twice. He was part of a generation of players that transitioned into the league around the mid-2010s, a period characterized by an emphasis on power hitting and advanced analytics. His blend of size, athleticism, and hitting prowess positioned him as a promising talent during his tenure with teams like the Texas Rangers and the Chicago White Sox. Although he faced challenges and changes throughout his career, Mazara's contributions on the field and his potential for significant impact in the game left a mark on baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 684 | 2448 | 294 | 626 | 114 | 9 | 85 | 360 | 7 | 197 | 592 | 0.256 | 0.315 | 0.414 | 0.729 | -695.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | TEX | AL | 145 | 516 | 59 | 137 | 13 | 3 | 20 | 64 | 0 | 39 | 112 | 0.266 | -26.0 |
| 2017 | TEX | AL | 148 | 554 | 64 | 140 | 30 | 2 | 20 | 101 | 2 | 55 | 127 | 0.253 | -69.6 |
| 2018 | TEX | AL | 128 | 489 | 61 | 126 | 25 | 1 | 20 | 77 | 1 | 40 | 116 | 0.258 | 291.8 |
| 2019 | TEX | AL | 116 | 429 | 69 | 115 | 27 | 1 | 19 | 66 | 4 | 28 | 108 | 0.268 | 221.3 |
| 2020 | CHW | AL | 42 | 136 | 13 | 31 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 0 | 10 | 44 | 0.228 | -456.1 |
| 2021 | DET | AL | 50 | 165 | 12 | 35 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 19 | 0 | 15 | 45 | 0.212 | -528.7 |
| 2022 | SDP | NL | 55 | 159 | 16 | 42 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 18 | 0 | 10 | 40 | 0.264 | -128.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 0.333 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | ALWC4 | CHA | 2 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.500 |
| 2016 | ALDS1 | TEX | 2 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.167 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 623 | 591 | 1170 | 29 | 15 | 2 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | TEX | OF | 143 | 130 | 300 | 7 | 2 | 2 |
| 2017 | TEX | OF | 131 | 129 | 232 | 8 | 6 | 0 |
| 2018 | TEX | OF | 115 | 114 | 216 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | TEX | OF | 101 | 100 | 192 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | CHA | OF | 42 | 38 | 72 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | DET | OF | 41 | 39 | 65 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2022 | SDN | OF | 50 | 41 | 93 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 90 |
| Right Field | 549 |
| Designated Hitter | 42 |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Player of the Week | Week of 2017-04-08 |
| 2016 | Rookie of the Month | April |
| 2016 | Rookie of the Month | May |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 5th | 4.0 | 150 | 0 |