Xavier Nady

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  • Xavier Nady is an outfielder for the New York Yankees in Major League Baseball.

    On April 15, 2009, Nady underwent an MRI on his right elbow. Although specific details were not announced, it is likely that Nady could be out for the rest of the season.New York Daily News: Yankees OF Xavier Nady Headed to Disabled List...

  • Baseball Career

    Out of high school, the St. Louis Cardinals drafted Nady in the fourth round of the 1997 amateur draft. Nady declined a contract however, choosing to play collegiate baseball at the University of California, Berkeley. After setting the Pac-10 baseball record for slugging percentage, the San Diego Padres selected Nady in the second round of the 2000 amateur draft.Calbears.com: Xavier Nady bio

    Nady made his MLB debut on September 30, 2000. After four seasons in San Diego, the Padres sent Nady to the New York Mets in exchange for Mike Cameron. Midway through the 2006 season, the Mets traded Nady to the Pirates for Roberto Hernandez and Oliver Perez.MLB: Xavier Nady Biography On July 26, 2008, Nady and relief pitcher Damaso Marte were traded to the Yankees in exchange for four other players.Sports Illustrated:Yanks acquire Nady, Marte from Bucs for 4 minor league prospects (July 25, 2008)

  • Strengths and Weaknesses

    According to scouting reports posted at Sportsnet.ca, Nady has a ton of power at the plate and the ability to play first base as well as all three outfield positions. However, Nady strikes out a lot, and does not excel defensively.Sportsnet.ca: Xavier Nady: Vital stats and scouting report

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