Yardbarker: Trot Nixon

"A ring is a ring, it's a material thing."

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:46:00 -0500

"And I'm gonna get one." - PMSo this is the end of RJ. All I have left is Jeff Bailey, and he's likely gone like Saharan sands. They should make him the manager. It would a give a whole new meaning to coaching "sessions".No, seriously, is Todd Claus going to take the job? Bob Tewksbury? Merloni? AGHCK. I don't like Merloni very much.former Red Sox players who could manage in Pawtucket:1. Bill Mueller. YES!!!! This would be beyond BEYOND.2. Curtis Leskanic... I ...

Discussion: Veterans In Triple-A

Sat, 13 Jun 2009 11:41:05 -0500

One year ago today, the Mets swung a deal for veteran outfielder Trot Nixon, who at the time was hitting .309-.437-.558 for Triple-A Tuscon. While Nixon wasn't much of a boost to the Mets' offense, teams could still look to patch up holes without breaking the bank by acquiring veterans stuck in the minors. Let's take at some guys who have been performing well down in Triple-A and could possibly offer a big league team help off the bench or out of the bullpen. First, the position p...

Cincinnati Reds Acquire ProBatter PX2 Pitching Simulators

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 20:19:50 -0500

On March 3, the Cincinnati Reds became the sixth major league club to agree to use what are being called “Flight Simulators” for hitters.

The Reds purchased two of ProBatter Sports’ flagship model PX2 pitching simulators. The model is considered to be the most complex baseball training tool ever invented and does by far the best job of simulating real life batting situations.

The Reds wasted no time bringing their new toys to their players as they installed them in their spring training complex in Sarasota, Florida even though they will be moving spring training complexes next season to join their state rival the Cleveland Indians in Goodyear, Arizona.

The other clubs who have the systems in the majors are the Cleveland Indians, New York Yankees, Pittsburgh Pirates, Boston Red Sox and New York Mets. The first three teams have the device installed at their home ballparks in addition to their spring training complexes.

According to president of ProBatter Sports, Adam Battersby, the company is “thrilled to see ProBatter continuing to expand across the baseball landscape as a must-have tool for any team striving for peak performance from its players.”

This simulator is part video game and part real life as the batter sees an image of a pitcher going through a windup on a screen and just as the ball would come out of their hand, an actual baseball is shot through a hole in the screen. The machine can throw everything from a fastball to a sinker to a cutter or a curve and even a slider and a change-up and can reach speeds of up to 100 mph. The pitches can also be thrown with great accuracy giving hitters a chance to practice on their weaknesses without wearing out their own pitchers.

ProBatter is also prevalent on the college level as well as Division I colleges Michigan, Ohio State, Michigan State, Connecticut, Maine, Ohio, Navy, Old Dominion and Nevada have all introduced the product to their programs.

Many players, including Trot Nixon and Jason Giambi, have started using the product on their own in their private gyms during the off season.

ProBatter Sports was invented in 1999 and has been serving the world wide baseball community since that time.

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Brewers Release Trot Nixon

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 16:25:36 -0500

The Original Dirt Dog: The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel is reporting that Milwaukee Brewers have released former Boston Red Sox outfielder Trot Nixon. He played with the New York Mets last season seeing action in 11 games before being put on the disabled list. Nixon was trying to make it as a backup outfielder for the Brew [...]

Nixon signs with the Brew Crew....

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 21:31:06 -0500

Trot Nixon's brief career with the Mets is officially over, the free agent veteran outfielder has signed with the Brewers. Prior to the 2008 season, Nixon signed a minor league deal with the D-Backs but never made the team instead being assigned to AAA, the Mets traded for him mid-season after ...

Trot's found his swing.....

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 14:29:48 -0500

Veteran left handed outfielder Trot Nixon told the Times-Picayunne earlier this month, that he was spending his time in AAA rehabbing from a hernia operation to get his form back. Nixon once the emotional leader of the "Boston Dirt Dogs" the scrappy, hard nosed group of Red Soxs that won the 2004 World Championship, desires to return to post season play. Nixon was a huge contributor in both 2003 and 2004 to Boston's post season run. He's know for his hustle, determination an...

Anderson & Nixon getting ready for roster expansion

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 21:59:43 -0500

Marlon Anderson played in his first rehab game in Port St. Lucie. Anderson hit in the lead-off spot and played left field. He went 0-3 with a walk, at the beginning of the month he was placed on the DL with a strained hamstring. Anderson had been a clutch left handed pinch hitter last year but this season he has been completely ineffective hitting only .222. He is signed through next year so he'll probably provide veteran leadership on the bench and try again next year. Trot Nixon is pla...

Trot finding his swing.....

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 02:51:26 -0500

OF Trot Nixon was suppose to be out for the rest season but the hernia operation he underwent is now only a three week recovery process. Nixon is rehabbing in New Orleans and will be recalled at roster expansion. Since he's on the DL, he will be eligible for the playoff roster if the team makes the post season and thinks the veteran outfielder has something to contribute. I've always liked Nixon and think he will help the younger players handle the pressure of a pennant race. Tonight ...

Nixon returning... playing rehab games

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 02:20:32 -0500

On July 18 it was announced that Trot Nixon under went hernia surgery and it was believed that the recovery process would essentially end his season. It might be that Nixon is Omar's ace in the hole and why he hasn't been pressed to obtain an outfielder. When both Alou and Church went down, Nixon was the player they wanted to fill-in for them and then become a part of the bench. I know some have scoffed at his age (34 y/o) and batting average this year which makes some believe he'...

An Ode to Trot Nixon

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 18:23:04 -0500

It's always a great time to get a group of friends together and reminisce about past Red Sox teams and players. Trot Nixon was a always a guy who came up in conversation, and it's because of the way he played the game. Nixon was always one of those guys who gave it all he could each and every day, a true scrapper of the game. Their's no measure for heart in baseball, and Trot had it (he still does). Sure he was injury prone, but you never had to worry about Nixon going out there t...

Could Red Sox Be Hot To Trot (again)?

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 05:34:19 -0500

In a short and sweet Q&A with the Globe's Nick Cafardo, Trot Nixon revealed that he's had his agents contact the Red Sox about coming back to the Fens again. Could be an interesting option if the Brad Wilkerson deal doesn't materialize.

In case you haven't noticed, the Indians have managed to win a few ball games!

Sun, 14 Oct 2007 15:37:28 -0500

Ouch my pride... Cleveland Indians you were good when it counted! Watching the end of the ALCS game 2 game last night was torturous for anyone in Red Sox Nation. And probably no worse than for Theo Epstein. Here's 3 reasons why. 1. Trot Nixon 2. Eric Gagne 3. J. D. Drew Although I would like to take out my soapbox and stand up on it and Rant, Rant, Rant I won't. Because the main point here is not to sit their and cry (no crying in Baseball) it's to give credit to where credit is due. Cleveland played better and won because there players delivered when it counted. And as a baseball fan I completely respect it. The Red Sox had there chances and could not deliver and as a fan of them I hope they can regroup and get back to it. As much as it stings to see an old Red Sox player nonetheless a legend in Boston come back and propel his new team to a win you have to feel good for him. He does what we loved him for, he plays hard and gets his team in a position to win. Even if some people can't find a use for him! The Sox did what they need to do offensively last night in the game, pitching & defense just couldn't hold up there end of the bargain. Now it's off to Cleveland all tied up. As I said before it was gonna be a sweep or seven games and now it looks like the latter of the two my come to fruition. I think this is going to be an amazing series and with a lot of great games! Peace and Happiness, GO SOX! -Michael www.bosoxbuzz.com http://bosoxbuzz.blogspot.com