Nick Johnson
- Height: 6-3
- Weight: 224 lbs
- Born: Sep 19, 1978
- Debut: August 21, 2001
SEASON
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Newsbreakers
December 18, 2009
Nick Johnson's deal with the Yankees will be worth $5.5 million this season, along with plate appearance-based incentives, according to ESPN's Buster Olney.
Our View:
The deal also includes a $5.5 million mutual option for next year. Johnson's signing with New York is all but official, and you can expect him to be used primarily at designated hitter from the No. 2 spot in the lineup, likely spelling the end to Johnny Damon's tenure in New York. With his supporting cast and tendency to get on base, Johnson could be a nice sleeper next season as long as he can stay healthy.
December 17, 2009
Updating an earlier item, the New York Yankees are "on the verge" of signing first baseman Nick Johnson, according to Buster Olney to ESPN.
Our View:
In that case, call him "designated hitter" Nick Johnson. If the deal goes through, it will almost certainly mean the end of Johnny Damon's days in the Big Apple. Stay tuned.
December 17, 2009
The Giants have "increased their offer" to free agent first baseman Nick Johnson, according to Fox Sports.
Our View:
Signing Johnson, whose .426 on-base percentage was the third highest in all of baseball last season, would seem to be an essential move for the team with baseball's lowest team OBP in 2009. With the Yankees now in the mix for his services, it will be hard, but the $6 million San Francisco is now said to be offering could be enough to land him. Stay tuned.
December 17, 2009
The Yankees have started to discuss a potential signing of free agent Nick Johnson, according to ESPN.com.
Our View:
The Yankees would have no need for Johnson if they're able to sign Johnny Damon, but with talks with Damon currently stagnant, Johnson is the backup plan as a potential No. 2 hitter at DH. Though he's always been injury prone, Johnson has displayed a reliable bat whenever healthy throughout his career and would see a nice boost in fantasy value if he were to land with the Yankees.
December 14, 2009
The Giants "like" Nick Johnson for first base, according to Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated.
Our View:
He would certainly make sense for a team that had the majors' lowest team on-base percentage by five points last season. His long and winding injury history may give them pause, but they should look long and hard at him before deciding to look elsewhere.
December 4, 2009
Eight teams are interested in free agent first baseman Nick Johnson, according to Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated.
Our View:
The Giants are believed to be the most serious, while he is also drawing some interest from Atlanta. The Marlins have previously expressed a desire to keep him. While he has been among the most injury-prone players of his generation, he has been productive when on the field. He is a career .273 hitter, with a sparkling .402 on-base percentage. In 133 games between the Nationals and Marlins last season, he got on base at a clip of .426, third best in all of baseball.
November 27, 2009
Nick Johnson would be a good fit in Arizona, but the club is unlikely to reel him in, according to MLBblogs.com.
Our View:
The Diamondbacks only have around $10MM to spend, and have pressing needs in their pitching rotation to address. The Mariners, Giants, Mets and Yankees are all believed to be interested in Johnson.
November 24, 2009
FoxSports.com indicates that free agent Nick Johnson has drawn interest of several teams already. He hit .291 last season with a .426 OBP.
Our View:
Johnson is a solid player both on offense and defense, but has a notorious injury history. Among the teams that appear to have interest are the Giants, Mets, Yankees, and Mariners.
November 21, 2009
According to the San Francisco Chronicle, Nick Johnson may be on the Giants wish list this offseason.
Our View:
The Giants are a team full of free swingers, so they could certainly benefit from a patient hitter like Johnson (99 BB, .426 OBP). Manager Bruce Bochy loves him apparently, and he won't cost an arm and a leg this hot stove season like Matt Holliday, Jason Bay and John Lackey certainly will.
October 2, 2009
Nick Johnson is in Friday's lineup at Philadelphia, according to MLBblogs.com.
Our View:
The corner infielder has been out of action since September 25 while dealing with an illness. He will be facing opposing hurler Joe Blanton in his return, who carries a 12-7 mark and a 3.95 ERA.
September 26, 2009
MLBlogs.com reports that first baseman Nick Johnson is not in Saturday's lineup against the Mets.
Our View:
Johnson is apparently feeling sick and will get the day off. Nothing to worry about here as he should return tomorrow. Ross Gload will get the start at first in his place.
September 14, 2009
Nick Johnson performed well in tonight's 11-6 loss at St. Louis, as he went 2-for-5 with two RBI and two runs scored. He hit a double and a two-run homer off Todd Wellemeyer.
Our View:
Johnson bounced back after only recording one hit over his previous three games. He is hitting .361 over 36 at-bats this month.
September 10, 2009
Nick Johnson led the charge for the Marlins on Thursday. He racked up four RBI with a 2-for-4, two walk performance in a convincing 13-4 victory over the Mets.
Our View:
Johnson is hitting .355 since coming over to the Marlins and is doing exactly what they wanted him to do. In addition to his 22 hits he has drawn 21 walks, putting his OBP well over .500 with his new club.
September 6, 2009
Nick Johnson went 2-for-5 with two RBI against his former team on Sunday, but the Nationals rallied from a 4-2 ninth inning deficit to beat the Marlins 5-4 in Washington.
Our View:
Since coming off of the disabled list on Friday, Johnson has picked up right where he left off before getting hurt, reaching base in seven of his 14 plate appearances.
September 3, 2009
Nick Johnson has been activated from the 15-day disabled list.
Our View:
Johnson likely won't post a .500 on-base percentage from here on out, like he did in his first 13 games for the Marlins, but will get on base plenty ahead of Hanley Ramirez, helping both Ramirez and the team.
September 3, 2009
Nick Johnson is ready to rejoin the Marlins on Thursday, according to the Miami Herald.
Our View:
And not a moment too soon for the wild card contending Marlins. The Fish went 8-5 during Johnson's first 13 games with the team, a span in which he had an on-base percentage of .500, but just 6-9 in the 15 games he has been out. Wes Helms now also no longer have to start at third base.
August 31, 2009
Nick Johnson is set to begin a minor league rehab assignment Tuesday with Single-A Jupiter, according to MLBblogs.com. He has been recovering from a strained right hamstring.
Our View:
The Marlins expect him to play at least two games with Jupiter, and then hope he is ready to rejoin them as early as Friday at Washington.
August 28, 2009
Nick Johnson (hamstring) will likely play in a few minor league games next week before rejoining the team sometime around September 7th, the day the minor league season ends, according to MLBlogs.com.
Our View:
In 13 games with the Marlins before getting hurt, Johnson posted an absurd .500 on-base percentage. The agility drills the team has been having him run in recent days have been going well, so September 7th seems realistic.
August 26, 2009
Nick Johnson has been placed on the 15-day DL by the Marlins, according to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Johnson mas been out for over a week with a hamstring injury.
Our View:
This move was inevitable, as Johnson has missed over a week with the injury. His stint on the DL will be retroactive back to August 16, so he will be eligible to return at the start of September.
August 23, 2009
Nick Johnson (hamstring) attempted some on the filed running drills on Sunday, but they did not go well, according to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.
Our View:
Johnson said he does not believe he will be able to play in the team's series against the Mets this week, and after having him out for nearly eight full games, it looks like they will have little choice but to retroactively disable him.
August 22, 2009
Nick Johnson (hamstring) is out of the Marlins lineup again on Saturday, according to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.
Our View:
The DL seems all but inevitable for Johnson, and the Marlins might be wise to get him there and stop playing a man short as they fight for the National League wild card.
August 21, 2009
The Palm Beach Post reports that the Marlins are still trying to avoid placing first baseman Nick Johnson on the disabled list.
Our View:
Johnson isn't expected to play this weekend due to a hamstring injury that has kept him out of the lineup since last weekend. The Marlins are going with the wait-and-see approach and want to avoid losing Johnson for the additional time he would spend on the DL if he were to miraculously just get better in the next couple days.
August 20, 2009
Nick Johnson, dealing with a lingering hamstring injury, could land on the disabled list soon, according to the Palm Beach Post.
Our View:
Johnson apparently will not play until this Sunday at the earliest, so the team is considering placing him on the DL retroactive to last Sunday, which was when he hurt the hammy. The injury could not have come at a worse time for the wild card contending Marlins, as Johnson has posted an obscene .500 OBP in his first 13 games hitting in front of Hanley Ramirez in Miami. Wes Helms has been playing third base in his absence, with Jorge Cantu sliding back over to first. Stay tuned.
August 19, 2009
MLB.com is reporting that the Marlins are taking it slow with the hamstring injury of first baseman Nick Johnson. Johnson did some light workouts on Wednesday, but he was not scheduled to hit.
Our View:
It doesn't look like the Marlins are planning to place Johnson on the DL, but they will make the decision on Friday. He might hit tomorrow. but the team doesn't want to rush him back and cause a more severe injury. Expect him to be out for at least a few more days.
August 18, 2009
Marlins first baseman Nick Johnson is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game.
Our View:
Johnson left Sunday's game with a hamstring injury and it looks like it is still bothering him. No word on if he'll land on the DL, so consider him day-to-day. Ros Gload will start at first base.
August 16, 2009
Nick Johnson left Sunday's game in the first inning with an apparent hamstring injury. Johnson was replaced at first base by Ross Gload.
Our View:
No word yet on the severity of the injury, but losing Johnson for any amount of time would be bad news for the Fish. Johnson has been on a tear since coming over in the trade, and Florida really needs him in the lineup. We will keep you updated on his condition.
August 7, 2009
Nick Johnson had another big night for the Marlins on Friday, going 2-for-3 with a homer, as the Fish won 3-2 in Philadelphia.
Our View:
So far Johnson has done exactly what the Marlins have wanted him to - get on base, get on base, get on base. The former Nat has at least one hit and walk in all six of his games for the Marlins, and has driven in four runs.
July 31, 2009
According to FOXSports.com, the Marlins have acquired first baseman Nick Johnson from the Nationals for Double-A left-hander Aaron Thompson.
Our View:
The Nationals will pay the remainder of Johnson's salary (an estimated $1.8 million). Since he is a free agent at the end of the season, this is just a two month rental for the Marlins, but now they get Johnson's .408 OBP to bat in front of Hanley Ramirez. Looks like they're not sellers for once and are making a push to win the NL East. Johnson should see a slight boost in fantasy value, especially in the "runs" department.
July 31, 2009
ESPN's Peter Gammons reports that the Marlins are "moving closer" to a trade with the Nationals involving first baseman Nick Johnson.
Our View:
Johnson will be a free agent after this season and likely won't be granted Type B status, so the Nats need to get something for him now. The Marlins reportedly offered pitcher Ryan Tucker, but asked Washington to pay some of the $2 million remaining on Johnson's contract this season. Nothing is done yet, but the Fish would love to hit him in front of Hanley Ramirez, as he is an on base machine.
July 30, 2009
The Marlins are reportedly making a "strong push" for Nationals' first baseman Nick Johnson, according to FOX Sports.
Our View:
The two sides have been unable to reach an agreement regarding players included in a swap for Johnson. He would basically be a two-month rental for Florida at a cost of around $1.8MM.
July 29, 2009
Nick Johnson went 2-for-4 with two RBI on Wednesday, but the Nationals still lost 7-5 in Milwaukee.
Our View:
Johnson has had a very quiet season in 2009, and expect it to stay that way, as he does not appear to be on his way out of Washington.
June 27, 2009
Nick Johnson got the night off on Saturday to allow his toe to heal after he was hit by a pitch the night before by Baltimore's Brad Bergesen, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
Johnson had been hit each of the previous two days but should be back in Washington's lineup on Sunday.
June 26, 2009
Nick Johnson is back in the Nationals' lineup for tonight's game at Baltimore after being struck by a John Smoltz pitch during Thursday's battle with Boston, according to the Washington Post.
Our View:
Johnson should be fine to pencil back into fantasy lineups. He has been one of few bright spots for the struggling Nationals this season.
June 25, 2009
Nick Johnson exited tonight's battle against Boston after being struck by a pitch from John Smoltz, according to the Washington Post.
Our View:
Johnson suffered a left shin contusion. Adam Dunn moved from left field to replace Johnson at first. Josh Willingham rotates from right to left field, and Elijah Dukes was inserted into the game to roam in right.
June 17, 2009
The asking price for Nick Johnson in a potential trade remains high according to Sports Illustrated.
Our View:
Johnson continues to hit well for the Nats, but some scouts say his defensive range is down. Even with a high asking price, it is hard to see every contender pass on Johnson, who could provide a much needed bat to many teams. Look for him to be moved as the trade deadline draws closer and teams get more desperate.
June 15, 2009
Manny Acta is expected to remain the Nationals' skipper for now, according to Sports Illustrated.
Our View:
The Nationals are still mulling their options regarding the fate of Acta. The club currently has the worst record in the majors at 16-45, but that is due more to a lack of talent on the diamond rather than Acta's managerial skills.
June 6, 2009
Nick Johnson came to play on Saturday as the Nationals beat the Mets 7-1. Johnson went 3-for-4 with two doubles, a home run, two runs scored, and three RBI in the game.
Our View:
Johnson has been talked about in trade rumors for the past few weeks, and he is making his case as a solid hitter. Johnson won't ever hit for huge power numbers, but he knows how to handle the bat and is a legit .300 hitter. Look for him to be moved before the deadline.
June 4, 2009
Nick Johnson went 1-for-2 with a double and recorded the Nationals' lone RBI in Thursday's 5-1 loss to the Giants. He drew two walks.
Our View:
Johnson continues to lead the Nationals with a .330 batting average, but only has 27 RBI. Adam Dunn leads the club will 42 RBI and 16 homers. Johnson's production would benefit if he is dealt to a better team.
May 27, 2009
Nick Johnson was 3-for-5 with an RBI in Wednesday's 7-4 loss to the Mets.
Our View:
Johnson raised his average to .337 and is having his finest fantasy season in recent memory. His name has been mentioned a lot in trade talks lately and his performance is only helping the Nationals get more in return for him.
May 27, 2009
According to Newsday, Nick Johnson, Josh Willingham and Austin Kearns are on the trading block and available for the right price.
Our View:
The Nationals are looking for a way to improve their team in the future, because, frankly, they're not going to make any strides in 2009. The Mets have shown interest in Johnson with Delgado on the shelf and there have been rumors involving Boston's Manny Delcarmen. The Nationals have also reportedly been scouting some Mets minor leaguers.
May 26, 2009
Nick Johnson is believed to be on the Mets' radar, according to Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports.
Our View:
The Mets are also interested in Florida's Jorge Cantu, but likely prefer a left-handed hitter. The Mets need help at first base with Carlos Delgado (hip surgery) on the shelf 8-10 weeks.
May 24, 2009
The Washington Post is reporting that Nick Johnson was a last minute scratch from Sunday's game with a stomach illness. He was replaced by Adam Dunn at first base.
Our View:
Johnson was apparently not feeling well enough to play today, so the Nats had to make a last minute change. Hopefully he doesn't have the same flu that the Reds' Joey Votto had, but right now all indications are that this is a fairly minor illness.
May 23, 2009
The Red Sox have turned down the Nationals' proposal of Nick Johnson for Manny Delcarmen, according to the WEEI Sports Network.
Our View:
The Sox turned it down immediately. They did not want to part with Delcarmen as he holds a strong 0.96 WHIP in relief. The club would have likely added Johnson to platoon with the struggling David Ortiz in the DH role.
May 22, 2009
Peter Gammons of ESPN reported on the Mike and Mike show that the Red Sox have been in talks with the Nationals about a trade involving Nick Johnson and Manny Delcarmen.
Our View:
The Red Sox want to wait on this deal to see if David Ortiz can break out of his season long slump. It Ortiz doesn't get it turned around, expect Johnson to join the Sox and Delcarmen to move to Washington.
May 21, 2009
Nick Johnson was 2-for-4 in Thursday's 5-4 come from behind win over the Pirates.
Our View:
Johnson raised his average to .338 and is having a solid season, which has always been the book on him if he can stay healthy. Unfortunately he never does. He's rumored in trade talks at the moment and might have to get hurt for a new team soon.
May 20, 2009
Nick Johnson is rumored to be on the Nationals' trading block, according to Peter Gammons of ESPN.
Our View:
The Red Sox have been scouting Johnson, but will not part with top pitching prospect Clay Buchholz to acquire the oft-injured first baseman. Washington and Boston have not talked since April as well.
May 18, 2009
Nick Johnson went 1-for-2 with a home run, two runs scored, and three RBI in the Nationals' 3-2 loss to the Pirates.
Our View:
Johnson is hitting an impressive .336 on the year, but his power numbers are not outstanding. He can hit when healthy, so there should be no one surprised at his output so far. His fantasy value is decent, but don't expect a ton of homers or RBI.
May 13, 2009
Nick Johnson went 4-for-5 with two RBI in Wednesday's 6-3 win over the Giants.
Our View:
Johnson's average is up to .333 on the season and he's driven in 19 runners this year. Johnson has always had the talent to put up solid numbers, but he can never seem to stay healthy. This season he has and what you see is what you get. He has more fantasy value now than he has in years.
May 8, 2009
Nick Johnson was 3-for-6 with two runs and three RBI in the Nationals 11-9 victory over the Dodgers on Thursday.
Our View:
Johnson has been a pleaasant surprise for the Nats so far this season, and his fantasy value is higher than it has been in a long time. He isn't much of a power threat, but he is a good hitter who can drive in runs when they are out there. His is worth a look in NL-only leagues, but not in mixed leagues yet.
March 25, 2009
Nick Johnson was 2-for-4 with two runs driven in against the Braves on Wednesday.
Our View:
Coming off wrist surgery, Johnson is looking to prove to everyone that he is fully recovered and ready to contribute. He should put up healthy numbers for NL-only leagues and will drive in a fair number of runs for your team.
March 23, 2009
Nick Johnson was 2-for-3 with a pair of RBI against the Cardinals on Monday.
Our View:
Seemingly fully recovered from wrist surgery that limited him to 109 ABs a season ago, Johnson will be the guy at first for the Nats in 2009. When healthy, Johnson is a valuable player in NL-only leagues who provides some nice power and can drive in a fair number of runs.
March 4, 2009
Nick Johnson was 1-for-2 with his second home run of the spring in the Nationals 6-4 win over the Mets on Wednesday. He took Mike Pelfrey deep in the first with a runner on.
Our View:
Johnson will seemingly always carry some nice power and seemingly always get injured. He carries as much risk as any player in the game and should only be selected in the latter portion of the reserve rounds in mixed leagues.
March 1, 2009
Nick Johnson blasted his first homer of the year for the Nationals on Sunday, going 1-for-2 overall. He also walked and struck out.
Our View:
Johnson could still be dealt after Washington signed Adam Dunn in the offseason, as he's publicly stated that he doesn't want to be a backup. A bench role wouldn't have mattered for him last year as he only managed to play in 38 games due to injury.
February 11, 2009
Nick Johnson will not accept a bench role with the Nationals, according to MLB.com. Adam Dunn, who is a defensive liability in the outfield, is slated to become Washington's starting first baseman.
Our View:
The Athletics had looked into acquiring Johnson last month, so they could still be a fit for him. They have signed Jason Giambi this offseason, but Giambi will most likely play DH for Oakland so they could still fit Johnson into their lineup.
January 15, 2009
The Athletics are revisiting a trade for Washington first baseman Nick Johnson, according to the Washington Post.
Our View:
A deal was believed to be close at one point last week. It is uncertain who Oakland would have to give up to acquire Johnson, but the Nationals are known to have interest in Daric Barton. Johnson is injury-prone but is solid defensively and held a strong .415 OBP over 38 games in 2008. Jason Giambi would be slated to serve in the DH role with Johnson at first.
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