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Iván Rodríguez Torres (born November 27, 1971), nicknamed "Pudge" and "I-Rod", is a Puerto Rican former Major League Baseball catcher. A member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, Rodríguez is widely regarded as one of the greatest catchers in MLB history.
Nov 27, 2010 · Hall of Fame: Inducted as Player in 2017. (Voted by BBWAA on 336/442 ballots) View Iván Rodríguez's Page at the Baseball Hall of Fame (plaque, photos, videos). Rookie Status: Exceeded rookie limits during 1991 season. Agents: Boras Corporation • Previously: Jeff Moorad.
- November 27, 1971
With the lights shining brightest, Rodríguez excelled – winning the NLCS MVP and eventually propelling the Marlins to the World Series title. Following his one-year stint in Florida, Rodríguez signed with Detroit, bringing veteran leadership to a team that had lost an American League-record 119 games in 2003.
Jan 19, 2017 · How Iván Rodríguez Captured an Era of Baseball. The all-time great catcher, soon to be inducted into the sport’s Hall of Fame, embodies the qualities of his time—for better and for worse. By ...
Official Web Home of Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez. 2017 MLB Hall of Fame Inductee - "You should always start every day by having a positive attitude and being grateful. Go out there and accomplish your dreams!”.
Oct 2, 2023 · The native of Puerto Rico, was named to 14 All-Star teams, won 13 Gold Glove Awards for defensive efficiency and received seven Silver Slugger Awards for his hitting prowess. Here’s a look at 10 of Rodriguez’s top honors, achievements or distinctions. 1.
Jul 30, 2017 · The former Rangers catcher delivered a heartfelt speech in English and Spanish, thanking his family, teammates and fans. He became the fourth Puerto Rican player to join the Hall of Fame and the sixth former Ranger to achieve the honor.
