Fred Nicholson
Born: 9/1/1894 in Honey Grove, TX, USA
Died: 1/23/1972 in Kilgore, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 1917-04-11 | Final Game: 1922-09-16
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 173 lbs
Biography
Fred Nicholson was born in 1894 and made his mark in Major League Baseball as a position player from 1917 to 1922. Over the course of his six-season career, Nicholson played in 303 games, where he showcased his impressive batting skills with a career batting average of .311. His proficiency at the plate was evident as he recorded 247 hits, including 12 home runs, and drove in 107 runs. Known for his speed on the bases, he also accumulated 21 stolen bases, highlighting his ability to contribute not only with his bat but also with his agility.
Nicholson played during a transformative time in baseball, navigating the post-Deadball Era where offensive numbers began to rise. His consistent performance and ability to hit for average made him a valuable asset to his teams. Though he may not have achieved the fame of some of his contemporaries, his solid contributions to the game reflect the skill and determination of players who laid the groundwork for future generations in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 303 | 794 | 112 | 247 | 34 | 21 | 12 | 107 | 21 | 65 | 97 | 0.311 | 0.367 | 0.452 | 0.819 | 1776.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | DET | AL | 13 | 14 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.286 | 0.0 |
| 1919 | PIT | NL | 30 | 66 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 0.273 | 101.3 |
| 1920 | PIT | NL | 99 | 247 | 33 | 89 | 16 | 7 | 4 | 30 | 9 | 18 | 31 | 0.360 | 1404.7 |
| 1921 | BSN | NL | 83 | 245 | 36 | 80 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 41 | 5 | 17 | 29 | 0.327 | 625.5 |
| 1922 | BSN | NL | 78 | 222 | 31 | 56 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 29 | 5 | 23 | 24 | 0.252 | -355.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 5 | 0 | 35 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| 2B | 2 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| OF | 200 | 0 | 394 | 20 | 22 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | DET | OF | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1919 | PIT | 1B | 1 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1919 | PIT | OF | 17 | 0 | 29 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 1920 | PIT | OF | 58 | 0 | 125 | 9 | 6 | 2 |
| 1921 | BSN | 1B | 4 | 0 | 21 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 1921 | BSN | 2B | 2 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| 1921 | BSN | OF | 59 | 0 | 112 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 1922 | BSN | OF | 63 | 0 | 125 | 5 | 12 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 5 |
| Second Base | 2 |
| Left Field | 120 |
| Center Field | 20 |
| Right Field | 66 |