Nick Swisher, baseball player, 245 home runs, 2004-2015

Nick Swisher

Born: 11/25/1980 in Columbus, OH, USA

MLB Debut: 2004-09-03 | Final Game: 2015-10-02

Bats: B | Throws: L | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 195 lbs

Full name: Nicholas Thomas Swisher

Biography

Nick Swisher, born in 1980, was a dynamic position player known for his power and versatility during his career in Major League Baseball from 2004 to 2015. Swisher played in a total of 1,527 games, amassing 1,338 hits, 245 home runs, and 803 RBIs, while maintaining a career batting average of .249. His ability to combine on-field production with a charismatic personality made him a fan favorite, and he earned an All-Star selection during his tenure. Primarily recognized for his offensive contributions, Swisher showcased his power-hitting capabilities throughout his career, particularly during his time with the New York Yankees, where he became a key figure in their 2009 World Series championship team. He also demonstrated speed on the bases, finishing his career with 13 stolen bases. Swisher's playing style, characterized by an aggressive approach at the plate and a strong work ethic, left a lasting impact on the teams he played for and contributed to the evolving landscape of baseball in the 2000s. Following his retirement, he remained a beloved figure in the sport, known for his infectious enthusiasm and dedication to the game.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1527 5369 805 1338 307 11 245 803 13 817 1373 0.249 0.351 0.447 0.799 10844.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Career Pitching Statistics

W L G GS CG SHO SV IP H ER HR BB SO ERA Pitcher PIV
0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1.0 1 0 0 1 1 0.00 0

Season-by-Season Pitching

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
47 158 16 26 9 0 4 8 24 48 0.165

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2013 ALWC CLE 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0.000
2012 ALCS NYA 3 12 0 3 2 0 0 1 1 5 0.250
2012 ALDS1 NYA 5 18 0 2 0 0 0 1 2 5 0.111
2011 ALDS1 NYA 5 19 1 4 0 0 1 1 1 5 0.211
2010 ALCS NYA 6 22 3 2 1 0 1 1 3 7 0.091
2010 ALDS2 NYA 3 12 3 4 2 0 1 1 1 1 0.333
2009 WS NYA 5 15 3 2 1 0 1 1 4 4 0.133
2009 ALDS1 NYA 3 12 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 4 0.083
2009 ALCS NYA 6 20 2 3 0 0 0 0 3 7 0.150
2008 ALDS2 CHA 3 4 1 1 0 0 0 0 2 1 0.250
2006 ALDS2 OAK 3 10 3 3 2 0 0 1 2 2 0.300
2006 ALCS OAK 4 10 0 1 0 0 0 0 5 5 0.100

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 483 385 3321 267 31 312
OF 997 965 1931 45 31 9
P 1 0 0 0 0 0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Pitcher 1
First Base 483
Left Field 144
Center Field 132
Right Field 749
Designated Hitter 121

Awards & Honors

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
2015 CLE AL $15,000,000
2014 CLE AL $15,000,000
2013 CLE AL $11,000,000
2012 NYA AL $10,250,000
2011 NYA AL $9,100,000
2010 NYA AL $6,850,000
2009 NYA AL $5,400,000
2008 CHA AL $3,600,000
2007 OAK AL $400,000
2006 OAK AL $335,000
2005 OAK AL $316,500
Total Career Earnings $77,251,500

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
The Ohio State University Columbus OH 2000, 2001, 2002

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2005 Rookie of the Year AL 6th 6.0 140 0