Ivan Rodriguez - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 30, 1971 |
|---|---|
| Age | 53 |
| Birthplace | Vega Baja, Puerto Rico |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Hall of Fame MLB catcher, 14-time All-Star, 13 Gold Glove Awards, 1999 American League MVP |
Intro
Iván Rodríguez, nicknamed 'Pudge', is a Hall of Fame catcher who played Major League Baseball (MLB) for over two decades. Widely considered one of the greatest defensive catchers in baseball history, Rodríguez earned numerous accolades throughout his career, including the 1999 American League MVP award and 13 Gold Glove Awards.
Early Life & Background
Iván Rodríguez was born in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico. He began playing baseball at a young age and was signed by the Texas Rangers as a 16-year-old amateur free agent. Rodríguez made his MLB debut at age 19.
Career Highlights
- 14-time MLB All-Star (1992, 1994–2001, 2004–2007)
- 13 Gold Glove Awards (1992–2001, 2004, 2006, 2007)
- 1999 American League Most Valuable Player (MVP)
- 2003 World Series champion with the Florida Marlins
- Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2017
- 2864 career hits, most by a catcher in MLB history
- Recipient of 7 Silver Slugger Awards
Trivia
- Rodríguez is known for his powerful throwing arm, leading the league in caught stealing percentage several times.
- He is one of only a few catchers to play in over 2,400 MLB games.
- His induction into the Hall of Fame in 2017 was his first year of eligibility.
FAQs
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How old is Ivan Rodriguez?
Ivan Rodriguez is 53 years old.
When was Ivan Rodriguez born?
Ivan Rodriguez was born the 30 November 1971.
Where is Ivan Rodriguez from?
Vega Baja, Puerto Rico.
On His Birth-Day
About November 30th, 1971, in brief:
- Historical events: Iran strategically seized the Greater and Lesser Tunbs islands from the Emirates of Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah, escalating territorial tensions in the Persian Gulf region. This action was part of Iran's broader geopolitical strategy to assert control over strategic maritime territories.
- Day of the week: November 30th, 1971 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
- #1 US song: Family Affair by Sly & The Family Stone
- #1 UK song: Ernie (The Fastest Milkman In The West) by Benny Hill
- Popular movie: Carry on at Your Convenience directed by Gerald Thomas
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