About Nelson Simmons
Born 1963. Nelson Simmons is an American baseball player.
Nelson Bernard Simmons (born June 27, 1963) is an American former professional baseball outfielder. He attended James Madison High School. He played during three seasons at the Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Detroit Tigers and Baltimore Orioles.
Career Simmons was drafted by the Tigers in the 2nd round of the 1981 MLB draft. Simmons played his first professional season with their Rookie league Bristol Tigers in 1981, and his last with the Pittsburgh Pirates' Triple-A Calgary Cannons in 1995.
In a 3-year, 100-game MLB career, Simmons posted a .261 batting average (86-for-330) with 38 runs, 11 home runs and 40 RBIs. He finished his career with a .963 fielding percentage playing left and right field.
Personal life Simmons' son, Josh, plays in the NFL for the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Who is Nelson Simmons?
American baseball player
When was Nelson Simmons born?
Nelson Simmons was born on 27 June 1963 in Washington, D.C..
What is Nelson Simmons's occupation?
Nelson Simmons is a baseball player.
What nationality is Nelson Simmons?
Nelson Simmons is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Nelson Simmons. https://biography.guide/nelson-simmons/
MLA: "Nelson Simmons." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/nelson-simmons/.
Chicago: "Nelson Simmons." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/nelson-simmons/.
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