Ovid Nicholson

Born: 12/30/1888 in Salem, IN, USA

Died: 3/24/1968 in Salem, IN, USA

MLB Debut: 1912-09-17 | Final Game: 1912-09-26

Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 155 lbs

Full name: Ovid Edward Nicholson

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Biography

Ovid Nicholson, born in 1888, was a professional baseball player whose brief career spanned a mere two weeks from September 17 to September 26, 1912. Despite his short tenure in Major League Baseball, Nicholson made a notable impact during his six games, achieving a remarkable batting average of .455. He recorded five hits, including three runs batted in, showcasing his potential as a valuable position player. Though he did not hit any home runs or steal bases, his ability to contribute offensively during his limited playing time highlighted his skill at the plate. Nicholson's career unfolded during an era of transition in baseball, as the early 1910s were marked by the gradual shift from the deadball era towards a more power-oriented game. His performance, although fleeting, remains a testament to the talent that often goes unnoticed in the annals of baseball history. With a batting average that placed him among the more effective hitters of his time, Ovid Nicholson's legacy, albeit brief, reflects the excitement and unpredictability of early 20th-century baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
6	11	2	5	0	0	0	3	0	1	2	0.455	0.500	0.455	0.955	0.0

Career AVG .455 vs. league average .269 across their career seasons — +69.1% above league average.

Career OBP .500 vs. league average .336 across their career seasons — +48.9% above league average.

Career SLG .455 vs. league average .359 across their career seasons — +26.7% above league average.

Career OPS 0.955 vs. league average 0.694 across their career seasons — +37.5% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1912	PIT	NL	6	11	2	5	0	0	0	3	0	1	2	0.455	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	4	0	8	0	0	0

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1912	PIT	OF	4	0	8	0	0	0

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Left Field	4