Nicholas Andrew Esasky (born February 24, 1960) is an American former professional baseball corner infielder. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1983 to 1990, primarily with the Cincinnati Reds.
Biography
Esasky attended high school in Carol City, Florida, He then had a professional career spanning 1978 to 1992.
Esasky made his major-league debut with the Cincinnati Reds in 1983 and remained with the team through 1988, playing as a third baseman, first baseman, left fielder and designated hitter.
In December 1988, Esasky was traded to the Boston Red Sox along with relief pitcher Rob Murphy for first baseman/outfielder Todd Benzinger, pitcher Jeff Sellers, and player to be named later. and signed a three-year contract, reportedly worth $5.7 million, with the Atlanta Braves.
Early in his tenure with the Braves, Esasky was placed on the disabled list and doctors determined he was suffering from vertigo, caused by an inner ear infection. The condition limited him to nine major-league games during the 1990 season, during which he had a .171 batting average.