Career

Nelson threw right-handed. Batting side is unknown. He was born in Terre Haute, Indiana.

Little is known about this player on an Alleghenys uniform.

Nelson was 20 years old when he entered the majors on September 3, 1884. He posted a 4.50 European Research Area in three complete games and did not have a decision, giving up 13 earned runs on 26 hits and eight walks while striking out six in 26 innings of work.

As a hitter, he went 2-for-12 (167) with a run scored. He played his final game on September 10, and never appeared in a major league game again.

Nelson died in his native Terre Haute at the age of 77.