Willie Nixon

Born: 10/29/1916 in York, AL, USA

Died: 12/14/1979 in Cleveland, OH, USA

Height: 5'7" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Willie D. Nixon

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Biography

Willie Nixon, born in 1916, is an active professional baseball player known for his versatility and consistent performance as a position player. With a career spanning several seasons, Nixon has played in 40 games, where he has accumulated 33 hits, including 3 home runs and 20 runs batted in, showcasing his ability to contribute effectively to his team's offense. His career batting average stands at .264, reflecting his skill at the plate and his capacity to get on base when needed. While he has yet to record a stolen base, his overall approach to the game emphasizes solid hitting and run production. Nixon's career unfolds during a dynamic era in baseball, characterized by a blend of traditional playing styles and the evolving strategies of modern baseball. He continues to make his mark on the field, demonstrating a dedication to the game that resonates with fans and aspiring players alike. As he remains active, Nixon's journey through the sport reflects not only personal achievement but also the rich history of baseball and its ongoing evolution.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
40 125 22 33 7 3 3 20 0 12 0 0.264 0.338 0.440 0.778 234.6

Career AVG .264 vs. league average .265 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .338 vs. league average .334 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .440 vs. league average .380 across their career seasons — +15.6% above league average.

Career OPS 0.778 vs. league average 0.714 across their career seasons — +8.9% 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
1940 BBB NAL 28 89 18 25 6 2 2 16 0 12 0 0.281 .267 (+5%) .335 (+11%) .387 (+19%) .722 (+15%) 234.6
1940 NE NN2 1 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.000 — — — — 234.6
1941 BBB NAL 8 20 3 5 0 1 1 2 0 0 0 0.250 — — — — 0.0
1941 JRC NAL 3 12 1 3 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 0.250 — — — — 0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 39 37 55 5 2 1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
1940 BBB OF 28 28 42 5 1 1
1940 NE OF 1 1 1 0 0 0
1941 BBB OF 7 5 10 0 0 0
1941 JRC OF 3 3 2 0 1 0

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 9
Center Field 1
Right Field 29