Don Mattingly

Date of Birth: April 20, 1961

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

Donald Arthur Mattingly, known as Don Mattingly, is a former professional baseball first baseman and current coach. Born on April 20, 1961, in Evansville, Indiana, Mattingly is most famous for his time as a player with the New York Yankees, where he earned the nickname “Donnie Baseball.” He played his entire 14-year Major League Baseball (MLB) career with the Yankees from 1982 to 1995. A six-time All-Star and nine-time Gold Glove Award winner, Mattingly was one of the most consistent and reliable players of his era. After retiring as a player, Mattingly transitioned into coaching and held various positions, including hitting coach and bench coach for the Yankees. In 2011, he was named the manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, a position he held until 2015. He then went on to manage the Miami Marlins from 2016 to 2022. Mattingly’s impact on the game, both as a player and a coach, has earned him a special place in the hearts of baseball fans and a lasting legacy in the sport.

5 Interesting Facts about Don Mattingly

1. Don Mattingly won the American League MVP award in 1985.

2. He is the only Yankees player to have his number retired without having won a World Series.

3. Mattingly set an MLB record by hitting home runs in eight consecutive games in 1987.

4. He is a recipient of the prestigious Lou Gehrig Memorial Award, given to players who best exemplify the character and integrity of Lou Gehrig.

5. Mattingly has a charity foundation named “Mattingly Charities,” which aims to improve opportunities for underserved youth.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Don Mattingly

1. “The only way you’re going to get better is to work at it. It’s not a gift. It’s not something that’s given to you.”

2. “You don’t have to be the biggest, strongest guy to play the game.”

3. “I’ve always taken the attitude that I’m a regular guy. I have to work hard. I don’t have the natural ability.”

4. “You can learn from anybody if you just open your eyes.”

5. “The fans in New York are great. I love playing there.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Don Mattingly is estimated to be around $25 million.

Children

Don Mattingly has three sons: Taylor Mattingly, Preston Mattingly, and Jordan Mattingly. Taylor and Preston have both pursued careers in baseball, with Preston being drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers.