Cotton Nash
Born: 7/24/1942 in Jersey City, NJ, USA
Died: 5/23/2023 in Lexington, KY, USA
MLB Debut: 1967-09-01 | Final Game: 1970-10-01
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'6" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Charles Francis Nash
Biography
Cotton Nash was a professional baseball player born in 1942, whose career spanned from 1967 to 1970. Primarily serving as a position player, Nash made his mark in Major League Baseball during a time when the sport was evolving, transitioning from the deadball era into a more offense-driven game. He played a total of 13 games in the big leagues, recording 3 hits and driving in 2 runs, resulting in a career batting average of .188. Despite the limited opportunities, Nash’s presence on the field during these formative years contributed to the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Nash's career, though brief, occurred during the late 1960s, a period characterized by significant changes in both the game and player dynamics. Although he did not hit any home runs and did not record any stolen bases, his journey through the major leagues reflects the challenges and aspirations of many players striving to make their mark in a competitive environment. Nash’s story is a reminder of the countless athletes who have contributed to the game, even if only for a short time, and the impact they left on their teams and fans.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 16 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0.188 | 0.316 | 0.188 | 0.503 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | CHW | AL | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | MIN | AL | 6 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.222 | 0.0 |
| 1970 | MIN | AL | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 11 | 2 | 50 | 5 | 2 | 5 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | CHA | 1B | 3 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 1969 | MIN | 1B | 6 | 1 | 29 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 1969 | MIN | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1970 | MIN | 1B | 2 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 11 |
| Left Field | 1 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Kentucky | Lexington | KY | 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964 |