Carl Nichols
Born: 10/14/1962 in Los Angeles, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1986-09-14 | Final Game: 1991-07-05
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 184 lbs
Full name: Carl Edward Nichols
Biography
Carl Nichols, born in 1962, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1986 to 1991. Primarily known as a position player, Nichols made a modest impact during his time in Major League Baseball, appearing in a total of 96 games. His offensive contributions were characterized by a batting average of .204, with 38 hits and 18 runs batted in (RBIs). Despite not hitting any home runs or stealing bases, Nichols showcased his versatility on the field during the late 1980s, a time when baseball was experiencing a shift towards more power-oriented play.
Nichols played in an era marked by the emergence of power hitters and the increasing emphasis on offensive production. Although his statistical output may not reflect the typical standards of the time, he was part of the game during a pivotal moment in baseball history, bridging the gap between the traditional playing styles of the past and the evolving strategies of the future. After retiring from professional play on July 5, 1991, Nichols left behind a legacy as a player who persevered through the challenges of the sport, contributing to the teams he played for in ways that extended beyond mere statistics.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96 | 186 | 16 | 38 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 18 | 49 | 0.204 | 0.274 | 0.247 | 0.521 | -619.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | BAL | AL | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 1987 | BAL | AL | 13 | 21 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.381 | 0.0 |
| 1988 | BAL | AL | 18 | 47 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 0.191 | -270.5 |
| 1989 | HOU | NL | 8 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.077 | 0.0 |
| 1990 | HOU | NL | 32 | 49 | 7 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 8 | 11 | 0.204 | -137.1 |
| 1991 | HOU | NL | 20 | 51 | 3 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 0.196 | -211.8 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 3 | 3 | 22 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| C | 69 | 46 | 282 | 39 | 5 | 8 |
| OF | 4 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | BAL | C | 5 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | BAL | C | 13 | 7 | 39 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| 1988 | BAL | C | 13 | 11 | 66 | 12 | 1 | 2 |
| 1988 | BAL | OF | 3 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | HOU | C | 6 | 2 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | HOU | C | 15 | 10 | 64 | 9 | 1 | 3 |
| 1990 | HOU | 1B | 3 | 3 | 22 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 1990 | HOU | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1991 | HOU | C | 17 | 14 | 86 | 14 | 3 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 69 |
| First Base | 3 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Right Field | 3 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | HOU | NL | $100,000 |
| 1988 | BAL | AL | $65,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $165,000 | ||