Chris Nichting
Born: 5/13/1966 in Cincinnati, OH, USA
MLB Debut: 1995-05-15 | Final Game: 2002-07-02
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 205 lbs
Full name: Christopher Thomas Nichting
Biography
Chris Nichting, born in 1966, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball from 1995 until 2002. Known for his versatility on the mound, Nichting had a career record of 1-4 with an earned run average (ERA) of 5.22. He accumulated a total of 78 strikeouts throughout his career, showcasing his ability to miss bats and challenge hitters. Additionally, he recorded one save, contributing to his team's late-game efforts during his tenure.
Nichting's career unfolded during a dynamic era of baseball that saw increased offensive production and evolving pitching strategies. Despite limited opportunities at the highest level, he demonstrated resilience and determination, qualities that endeared him to teammates and fans alike. His journey through the majors reflected the challenges many pitchers faced during the early 2000s as the league began to emphasize power pitching and specialized roles in the bullpen. Nichting's time in MLB, while brief, left a mark as a testament to the dedication required to compete at the highest level of the sport.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 92 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 112.0 | 144 | 65 | 16 | 31 | 78 | 5.22 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TEX | AL | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24.3 | 36 | 19 | 13 | 6 | 7.03 | -256.4 |
| 2000 | CLE | AL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.0 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 7 | 7.00 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | CIN | NL | 0 | 3 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 36.3 | 46 | 18 | 8 | 33 | 4.46 | 345.5 |
| 2001 | COL | NL | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6.0 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 4.50 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | COL | NL | 1 | 1 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 36.3 | 40 | 18 | 5 | 25 | 4.46 | -281.7 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.250 | 0.500 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TEX | AL | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2000 | CLE | AL | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | CIN | NL | 36 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2001 | COL | NL | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.0 |
| 2002 | COL | NL | 29 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.333 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 92 | 0 | 11 | 20 | 0 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | TEX | P | 13 | 0 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2000 | CLE | P | 7 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | CIN | P | 36 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2001 | COL | P | 7 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2002 | COL | P | 29 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 92 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | TEX | AL | $116,000 |
| 1995 | TEX | AL | $109,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $225,000 | ||
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University | Evanston | IL | 1985, 1986, 1987 |