Kirk Nieuwenhuis
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About
Outfielder who began his major league career with the New York Mets in 2012. He previously set career records in runs scored and triples during his time at Azusa Pacific University.
Before Fame
He led Azusa Pacific University to back-to-back appearances in the NAIA World Series in 2007 and 2008.
Trivia
Met fans gave him the nickname "Captain Kirk" in reference to the TV series "Star Trek."
Family Life
He got married in November 2013.
Associated With
He has been teammates with All-Star third baseman David Wright on the Mets.
