Nyls Nyman

Nyls Wallace Rex Nyman

• Bats Left, Throws Right
• Height 6' 0", Weight 170 lb.
• High School: Cordova High School (Rancho Cordova)
• Debut September 6, 1974
• Final Game April 7, 1977
• Born March 7, 1954 in Detroit, MI USA

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Biographical Information

Although Nyls Nyman had a four-year career in the major leagues, virtually all of his at-bats came in 1975 when he had 327 at-bats for the Chicago White Sox at the age of 21. His last appearance in the bigs was at age 23 in 1977, when he had one at-bat.

In 1975, he was the third outfielder for the White Sox, and while his batting average was low at .226, he showed some promise with 10 stolen bases and 3 triples. He made 8 errors in the outfield.

He is the brother of Chris Nyman.

A "Nyls Nyman" coached at Lincoln College from 1984-1986. A "Nyls Nyman" was also the coach for the Susanville Junior All Stars in Lassen County and was a sports coach at Lassen Community College.

Notable Achievements

• 1974 Player of the Year Southern League Knoxville Sox

Related Sites

• Nyls Nyman at the SABR Bio Project