This list includes 43 Baseball players that start with N, ranging from “Aaron Nola” to “Wil Nieves”. It covers a mix of pitchers, catchers, infielders, and outfielders from different eras, useful for research, fantasy rosters, and trivia.
Baseball players that start with N are professional MLB players whose last names begin with the letter N. A notable example is Aaron Nola, a contemporary standout pitcher who represents the list’s blend of current stars and veterans.
Below you’ll find the table with Team, Position, and College.
Team: The primary or most notable MLB team listed helps you quickly recognize each player’s most associated franchise, era, or role.
Position: The player’s main position gives you immediate context for skills, roster value, and comparative research.
College: The college or amateur origin (when available) shows developmental background and helps with scouting or historical comparisons.
Baseball players that start with N
| Name | Primary MLB Team | Primary Position | Career (years) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Naehring | Boston Red Sox | 3B | 1990–1997 | A solid-hitting third baseman for the Red Sox in the 1990s whose promising career was unfortunately cut short by injuries. |
| James Naile | St. Louis Cardinals | RP | 2022–2023 | A journeyman reliever who made his MLB debut at age 29 with the Cardinals after a long career in the minor leagues. |
| Mike Napoli | Boston Red Sox | 1B/C | 2006–2017 | A power-hitting catcher and first baseman with a distinctive beard. A 2012 All-Star and a key leader on the 2013 World Series champion Red Sox. |
| Andrew Nardi | Miami Marlins | RP | 2022–Present | A left-handed relief pitcher who became a reliable high-leverage arm for the Marlins bullpen. |
| Joe Nathan | Minnesota Twins | RP | 1999–2016 | One of the most dominant closers of his era. A 6-time All-Star who compiled 377 career saves, primarily with the Twins. |
| Daniel Nava | Boston Red Sox | OF | 2010–2017 | Known for his incredible MLB debut, hitting a grand slam on the first pitch he ever saw. He was a valuable member of the 2013 World Series champion Red Sox. |
| Bo Naylor | Cleveland Guardians | C | 2022–Present | A young, talented catcher known for his power-hitting potential and strong defensive skills. Brother of teammate Josh Naylor. |
| Josh Naylor | Cleveland Guardians | 1B/OF | 2019–Present | A fiery, emotional, and clutch power-hitting first baseman. Known for his “rock the baby” home run celebration. |
| Blaine Neal | Florida Marlins | RP | 1999–2004 | A right-handed relief pitcher who was a durable bullpen piece for several teams, including the 2003 World Series champion Marlins. |
| Art Nehf | New York Giants | SP | 1915–1929 | A durable left-handed pitcher who won 184 games. He was a key starter on four consecutive pennant-winning Giants teams from 1921–1924, winning two World Series. |
| Jeff Nelson | New York Yankees | RP | 1992–2006 | A durable side-arming reliever with a devastating slider. He was a 2001 All-Star and a core member of the Yankees dynasty, winning four World Series rings. |
| Nick Nelson | Philadelphia Phillies | RP | 2020–Present | A right-handed relief pitcher who began his career with the Yankees before being traded to the Phillies. |
| Pat Neshek | Philadelphia Phillies | RP | 2006–2019 | A quirky, side-arming relief pitcher with a unique delivery that made him tough on hitters. A 2-time All-Star who pitched for eight different MLB teams. |
| Graig Nettles | New York Yankees | 3B | 1967–1988 | An elite defensive third baseman with significant power. A 6-time All-Star, 2-time Gold Glove winner, and 2-time World Series champion with the Yankees. |
| Sheldon Neuse | Oakland Athletics | IF | 2019–2023 | A versatile infielder who played multiple positions for the Athletics and showed occasional pop in his bat. |
| Don Newcombe | Brooklyn Dodgers | SP | 1949–1960 | A pioneer and one of the first great Black players in MLB. The first player to win Rookie of the Year, MVP, and the Cy Young Award during his career. A 4-time All-Star. |
| Sean Newcomb | Oakland Athletics | SP/RP | 2017–Present | A tall left-handed pitcher who came within one out of a no-hitter in 2018. He began his career as a highly-touted starter for the Atlanta Braves. |
| Hal Newhouser | Detroit Tigers | SP | 1939–1955 | Hall of Fame left-hander. He was the only pitcher to ever win back-to-back MVP awards (1944, 1945) and was a 7-time All-Star. |
| Kevin Newman | Arizona Diamondbacks | SS/2B | 2018–Present | A contact-oriented middle infielder known more for his solid defensive glove than his bat during his time with the Pirates and Reds. |
| Bobo Newsom | Washington Senators | SP | 1929–1953 | A colorful and well-traveled pitcher who played for nine different teams over 20 seasons, winning 211 games. He was a 4-time All-Star. |
| Kid Nichols | Boston Beaneaters | SP | 1890–1906 | A dominant Hall of Fame pitcher from the 19th century. The youngest pitcher to reach 300 career wins, finishing his impressive career with 362 victories. |
| Tomás Nido | New York Mets | C | 2017–Present | A defense-first catcher who has served as a reliable and familiar backstop for the Mets pitching staff for several seasons. |
| Joe Niekro | Houston Astros | SP | 1967–1988 | A premier knuckleball pitcher, like his Hall of Fame brother Phil. He won 221 games, was a 1979 All-Star, and won a World Series with the Twins in 1987. |
| Lance Niekro | San Francisco Giants | 1B | 2005–2007 | Son of knuckleballer Joe Niekro. The first baseman had a brief but memorable MLB career with the San Francisco Giants. |
| Phil Niekro | Atlanta Braves | SP | 1964–1987 | Hall of Fame knuckleballer who pitched effectively until age 48. Won 318 games, was a 5-time All-Star, and won 5 Gold Gloves for his fielding. |
| Jeff Niemann | Tampa Bay Rays | SP | 2008–2012 | A towering 6’9″ right-handed pitcher who was a solid member of the Rays’ rotation, finishing 4th in the 2009 Rookie of the Year voting. |
| Wil Nieves | Arizona Diamondbacks | C | 2002–2014 | A journeyman backup catcher who played for 7 different teams over a 12-year span, valued for his veteran presence and defensive skills. |
| Trot Nixon | Boston Red Sox | OF | 1996–2008 | A gritty, hard-nosed outfielder and a Boston fan favorite. He was a key member and emotional leader of the curse-breaking 2004 World Series champion Red Sox. |
| Otis Nixon | Atlanta Braves | OF | 1983–1999 | A speedy switch-hitting leadoff man and prolific base stealer. Best known for his time with the Braves, where he set a team record for steals in a season. |
| Aaron Nola | Philadelphia Phillies | SP | 2015–Present | An ace starting pitcher known for his durability and one of baseball’s best curveballs. A 2018 All-Star and a consistent Cy Young award candidate. |
| Austin Nola | San Diego Padres | C | 2019–Present | A versatile player who successfully converted from a middle infielder to a starting catcher. Known for his solid hitting and ability to handle a pitching staff. |
| Gary Nolan | Cincinnati Reds | SP | 1967–1977 | A hard-throwing right-hander for the “Big Red Machine” dynasty. He was a key part of two World Series champion teams in Cincinnati. |
| Hideo Nomo | Los Angeles Dodgers | SP | 1995–2008 | A Japanese sensation whose “Tornado” windup sparked a wave of international players. He was the 1995 NL Rookie of the Year and threw two career no-hitters. |
| Lars Nootbaar | St. Louis Cardinals | OF | 2021–Present | A high-energy outfielder known for his on-base skills and viral “Nootbaar” pepper grinder celebration. He also starred for Team Japan in the World Baseball Classic. |
| Bud Norris | Houston Astros | SP | 2009–2017 | A solid mid-rotation starting pitcher for several teams, primarily the Astros and Orioles, where he was a dependable workhorse. |
| Daniel Norris | Detroit Tigers | SP/RP | 2014–Present | A left-handed pitcher who was once a highly-touted prospect. Known for his unique off-season lifestyle of living in a van. |
| Bill North | Oakland Athletics | OF | 1973–1981 | A speedy outfielder and leadoff hitter for the dynastic Oakland A’s of the 1970s. He led the AL in stolen bases twice and won two World Series rings. |
| Jim Northrup | Detroit Tigers | OF | 1964–1975 | A clutch outfielder for the 1968 World Series champion Tigers, famously hitting a go-ahead, two-run triple in Game 7 of the World Series. |
| Greg Norton | Colorado Rockies | 3B/IF | 1996–2009 | A solid defensive infielder who played for several teams, best known for his time with the White Sox and as a valuable pinch-hitter for the Rockies. |
| Abraham Nunez | Pittsburgh Pirates | SS/3B | 1997–2008 | A slick-fielding infielder who spent the majority of his 12-year career as a dependable glove man for the Pirates. |
| Eduardo Nunez | Boston Red Sox | IF/OF | 2010–2019 | A versatile and speedy utility player who could play almost anywhere on the diamond. A 2016 All-Star with the Twins and a World Series champion with the 2018 Red Sox. |
| Vladimir Nunez | Arizona Diamondbacks | RP | 1998–2009 | A hard-throwing Cuban right-handed reliever who pitched for four teams, including the 2001 World Series champion Diamondbacks. |
| Jon Nunnally | Kansas City Royals | OF | 1995–2000 | An athletic outfielder who showed a combination of power and speed during his six-season career with four different clubs. |
Descriptions
Tim Naehring
James Naile
Mike Napoli
Andrew Nardi
Joe Nathan
Daniel Nava
Bo Naylor
Josh Naylor
Blaine Neal
Art Nehf
Jeff Nelson
Nick Nelson
Pat Neshek
Graig Nettles
Sheldon Neuse
Don Newcombe
Sean Newcomb
Hal Newhouser
Kevin Newman
Bobo Newsom
Kid Nichols
Tomás Nido
Joe Niekro
Lance Niekro
Phil Niekro
Jeff Niemann
Wil Nieves
Trot Nixon
Otis Nixon
Aaron Nola
Austin Nola
Gary Nolan
Hideo Nomo
Lars Nootbaar
Bud Norris
Daniel Norris
Bill North
Jim Northrup
Greg Norton
Abraham Nunez
Eduardo Nunez
Vladimir Nunez
Jon Nunnally