Laynce Nix
Born: 10/30/1980 in Houston, TX, USA
MLB Debut: 2003-07-10 | Final Game: 2013-08-03
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 220 lbs
Full name: Laynce Michael Nix
Biography
Laynce Nix was a professional baseball player born in 1980, who made his mark in Major League Baseball from 2003 to 2013. Primarily serving as a position player, Nix played in a total of 758 games throughout his career. He was known for his powerful left-handed swing, which contributed to his 69 home runs and 249 RBIs, establishing him as a reliable bat in the lineup. With a career batting average of .240, Nix showcased the ability to contribute offensively, particularly in clutch situations.
Nix's playing style was characterized by his versatility and speed, as evidenced by his 9 stolen bases. He played for several teams during his career, including the Texas Rangers, Milwaukee Brewers, and Philadelphia Phillies, navigating through an era marked by offensive output and the evolution of player roles in the game. His contributions to his teams were significant, as he often filled in as a key player, providing depth and power off the bench. After retiring in 2013, Nix left behind a legacy as a solid contributor during his tenure in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 758 | 1915 | 235 | 460 | 110 | 11 | 69 | 249 | 9 | 122 | 534 | 0.240 | 0.286 | 0.417 | 0.703 | -1501.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | TEX | AL | 53 | 184 | 25 | 47 | 10 | 0 | 8 | 30 | 3 | 9 | 53 | 0.255 | -167.5 |
| 2004 | TEX | AL | 115 | 371 | 58 | 92 | 20 | 4 | 14 | 46 | 1 | 23 | 113 | 0.248 | -460.5 |
| 2005 | TEX | AL | 63 | 229 | 28 | 55 | 12 | 3 | 6 | 32 | 2 | 9 | 45 | 0.240 | -570.7 |
| 2006 | MIL | NL | 10 | 35 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0.229 | 0.0 |
| 2006 | TEX | AL | 9 | 32 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 0.094 | 0.0 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | 10 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
| 2008 | MIL | NL | 10 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 2009 | CIN | NL | 116 | 309 | 42 | 74 | 26 | 1 | 15 | 46 | 0 | 22 | 81 | 0.239 | -38.8 |
| 2010 | CIN | NL | 97 | 165 | 16 | 48 | 11 | 2 | 4 | 18 | 0 | 15 | 39 | 0.291 | 315.5 |
| 2011 | WAS | NL | 124 | 324 | 38 | 81 | 15 | 1 | 16 | 44 | 2 | 23 | 82 | 0.250 | 164.3 |
| 2012 | PHI | NL | 70 | 114 | 13 | 28 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 0 | 12 | 42 | 0.246 | -2.2 |
| 2013 | PHI | NL | 81 | 128 | 11 | 23 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 8 | 44 | 0.180 | -741.5 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | NLDS1 | CIN | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1B | 27 | 17 | 136 | 10 | 2 | 15 |
| OF | 533 | 435 | 964 | 22 | 14 | 11 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | TEX | OF | 52 | 47 | 130 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 2004 | TEX | OF | 114 | 100 | 225 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 2005 | TEX | OF | 61 | 60 | 160 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 2006 | MIL | OF | 9 | 9 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | TEX | OF | 9 | 9 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2007 | MIL | OF | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | MIL | OF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | CIN | OF | 85 | 70 | 141 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 2010 | CIN | OF | 55 | 31 | 61 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2011 | WAS | 1B | 9 | 6 | 44 | 4 | 0 | 5 |
| 2011 | WAS | OF | 85 | 71 | 122 | 7 | 2 | 3 |
| 2012 | PHI | 1B | 10 | 10 | 68 | 6 | 2 | 8 |
| 2012 | PHI | OF | 29 | 16 | 32 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | PHI | 1B | 8 | 1 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 | PHI | OF | 27 | 21 | 47 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| First Base | 27 |
| Left Field | 223 |
| Center Field | 233 |
| Right Field | 101 |
| Designated Hitter | 3 |
Salary History
| Year | Team | League | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | PHI | NL | $1,350,000 |
| 2012 | PHI | NL | $1,150,000 |
| 2011 | WAS | NL | $700,000 |
| 2007 | MIL | NL | $390,000 |
| 2006 | TEX | AL | $345,260 |
| 2004 | TEX | AL | $300,000 |
| Total Career Earnings | $4,235,260 | ||