| Nick Weglarz | |
|---|---|
 Weglarz participating in the Eastern League Home Run Derby in 2009 | |
| Outfielder | |
| Born:December 16, 1987 Stevensville, Ontario | |
Bats: Left Throws: Left |
Nicholas E. Weglarz (born December 16,1987) is a Canadian former professional baseball outfielder.
He attended Lakeshore Catholic High School in Port Colborne,Ontario. Weglarz was selected in the 2005 Major League Baseball draft in the third round (94th overall pick) as a first baseman by the Indians,and signed by Indians scout Les Pajari. Weglarz played mostly in the outfield for the Indians' affiliate the Burlington Indians.
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