Trot Nixon, baseball player, 137 home runs, 1996-2008

Trot Nixon

Born: 4/11/1974 in Durham, NC, USA

MLB Debut: 1996-09-21 | Final Game: 2008-06-28

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Christopher Trotman Nixon

Biography

Trot Nixon, born in 1974, was a prominent position player in Major League Baseball who played from 1996 until 2008. Known for his tenacity and clutch hitting, Nixon played a total of 1,092 games during his career, achieving 995 hits, 137 home runs, and 555 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .274. He was also recognized for his speed on the bases, recording 30 stolen bases throughout his time in the league. Nixon's playing style was characterized by his gritty approach and ability to come through in high-pressure situations, making him a fan favorite, particularly during his years with the Boston Red Sox. Nixon was a key contributor to the Red Sox during a transformative period in the franchise's history, culminating in their historic 2004 World Series championship that ended an 86-year title drought. His tenure in the majors spanned the late 1990s and early 2000s, a time marked by the emergence of power hitters and the increasing importance of offensive production. Nixon's contributions on the field were complemented by his leadership qualities, as he often inspired younger teammates with his work ethic and competitive spirit. After retiring from the game, he left a lasting legacy as a player who embodied the heart and soul of a championship-caliber team.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1092 3627 579 995 222 28 137 555 30 504 689 0.274 0.364 0.464 0.828 7285.2

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
42 138 18 39 11 0 6 25 14 30 0.283

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2007 ALDS2 CLE 1 4 1 2 1 0 1 2 0 1 0.500
2007 ALCS CLE 3 7 0 3 0 0 0 1 0 1 0.429
2005 ALDS1 BOS 3 11 1 3 0 0 0 1 1 1 0.273
2004 ALCS BOS 7 29 4 6 1 0 1 3 0 5 0.207
2004 ALDS1 BOS 2 8 0 2 0 0 0 2 2 1 0.250
2004 WS BOS 4 14 1 5 3 0 0 3 1 1 0.357
2003 ALCS BOS 7 24 3 8 1 0 3 5 3 7 0.333
2003 ALDS2 BOS 4 10 1 2 0 0 1 2 1 3 0.200
1999 ALCS BOS 4 14 2 4 2 0 0 0 1 5 0.286
1999 ALDS1 BOS 5 14 5 3 3 0 0 6 4 5 0.214
1998 ALDS1 BOS 2 3 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0.333

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 1040 966 1912 49 33 19

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 7
Center Field 90
Right Field 961
Designated Hitter 16

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2002 Player of the Week Week of 2002-07-06

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2007 CLE AL $3,000,000
2006 BOS AL $7,500,000
2005 BOS AL $7,500,000
2004 BOS AL $4,500,000
2003 BOS AL $4,000,000
2002 BOS AL $2,700,000
2001 BOS AL $390,000
2000 BOS AL $270,000
1999 BOS AL $200,000
Total Career Earnings $30,060,000

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1999 Rookie of the Year AL 9th 1.0 140 0