Nick Swisher Wiki & Photos

Nicholas Thompson "Nick" Swisher was born November 25, 1980 is an outfield for the New York Yankees. Swisher is a switch hitter who throws left-handed. He is the son of former Major League catcher Steve Swisher, who played for various National League Baseball clubs in 1970 and 1980s. Swisher was a two-sport star at Parkersburg High School in football and baseball and a Letterman in basketball.

Nick Swisher is the son of Steve Swisher, a former top league of German descent and an Italian mother. Swisher parents divorced when he was 11 years old. Before moving up to the big leagues, playing for the Visalia Oaks Swisher, Vancouver Canadians, Modesto A, Midland RockHounds and Sacramento River Cats , all Oakland farm team.

Swisher publishes a children's music album titled "Believe" on the 9th August 2011. A portion of proceeds will be donated to the "Swish want", a charity started by Swisher for children who are facing health crises. The twelve song album contains guest appearances from former New York Yankees outfield Bernie Williams and current San Francisco Giants pitcher Barry Zito.........