Nate Oliver
Born: 12/13/1940 in St. Petersburg, FL, USA
Died: 4/5/2025 in Oakland, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1963-04-09 | Final Game: 1969-09-27
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Nathaniel Oliver
Biography
Nate Oliver was a professional baseball player born in 1940, who played as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1963 until 1969. Over the course of his career, Oliver appeared in 410 games, primarily as an infielder, and became known for his versatility on the field. He accumulated a total of 216 hits, resulting in a career batting average of .226. Though not known for his power, he hit 2 home runs and drove in 45 RBIs during his time in the league. Oliver also showcased his speed on the bases, recording 17 stolen bases, which added a dynamic element to his playing style.
Oliver played during an era marked by significant changes in baseball, including the integration of players from diverse backgrounds into the league. While he may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, he contributed to the teams he played for, including the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago Cubs. His career spanned a transformative time in baseball, and he remains a part of the rich tapestry of the game’s history. After retiring from professional play on September 27, 1969, Oliver left behind a legacy that reflects the determination and grit of players during the 1960s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 410 | 954 | 107 | 216 | 24 | 5 | 2 | 45 | 17 | 72 | 172 | 0.226 | 0.283 | 0.268 | 0.552 | -2675.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | LAD | NL | 65 | 163 | 23 | 39 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 13 | 25 | 0.239 | -297.7 |
| 1964 | LAD | NL | 99 | 321 | 28 | 78 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 7 | 31 | 57 | 0.243 | -816.0 |
| 1965 | LAD | NL | 8 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0.0 |
| 1966 | LAD | NL | 80 | 119 | 17 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 0.193 | -557.0 |
| 1967 | LAD | NL | 77 | 232 | 18 | 55 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 50 | 0.237 | -573.6 |
| 1968 | SFG | NL | 36 | 73 | 3 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 0.178 | -431.5 |
| 1969 | CHC | NL | 44 | 44 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 0.159 | 0.0 |
| 1969 | NYY | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | WS | LAN | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 291 | 217 | 517 | 616 | 36 | 124 |
| 3B | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 50 | 34 | 60 | 104 | 15 | 23 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | LAN | 2B | 57 | 40 | 109 | 112 | 9 | 26 |
| 1963 | LAN | SS | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1964 | LAN | 2B | 98 | 97 | 194 | 247 | 15 | 44 |
| 1964 | LAN | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1965 | LAN | 2B | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1966 | LAN | 2B | 68 | 38 | 99 | 114 | 5 | 22 |
| 1966 | LAN | 3B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1966 | LAN | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1967 | LAN | 2B | 39 | 23 | 73 | 72 | 4 | 13 |
| 1967 | LAN | SS | 32 | 29 | 51 | 85 | 8 | 22 |
| 1967 | LAN | OF | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1968 | SFN | 2B | 14 | 10 | 18 | 39 | 3 | 10 |
| 1968 | SFN | 3B | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1968 | SFN | SS | 13 | 5 | 7 | 17 | 7 | 1 |
| 1969 | CHN | 2B | 13 | 9 | 22 | 31 | 0 | 9 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 290 |
| Third Base | 3 |
| Shortstop | 51 |
| Left Field | 1 |