Date of Birth: May 30, 1972
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Biography
Manuel Arístides Ramírez Onelcida, known as Manny Ramirez, is a former professional baseball outfielder from the Dominican Republic. Ramirez was born on May 30, 1972, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Over a career that spanned 19 seasons, Ramirez was known for his powerful hitting and clutch performances, particularly in the postseason. Ramirez started his Major League Baseball (MLB) career with the Cleveland Indians in 1993, where he quickly established himself as one of the premier power hitters in the league. His tenure with the Indians lasted until 2000, during which he was a key player in their lineup. In 2001, he signed one of the then-largest contracts in MLB history with the Boston Red Sox, a team he would go on to help win two World Series titles in 2004 and 2007. Despite his on-field success, Ramirez’s career was not without controversy, including multiple suspensions for violating MLB’s drug policy. After leaving the Red Sox in 2008, Ramirez had stints with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Chicago White Sox, and Tampa Bay Rays, before officially retiring in 2011. He made several attempted comebacks, including a stint in the Chinese Professional Baseball League, but none led to a return to MLB.
5 Interesting Facts about Manny Ramirez
1. Manny Ramirez was a 12-time MLB All-Star.
2. He is one of only 27 players to hit 500 career home runs.
3. Ramirez won the World Series MVP award in 2004.
4. He was known for his eccentric behavior and coined the phrase “Manny being Manny.”
5. Ramirez finished his career with a .312 batting average, one of the highest among players with over 500 home runs.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Manny Ramirez
1. “I just try to play my game. If I make a mistake, so what?”
2. “When you don’t feel good, you try to look good.”
3. “I don’t believe in curses. I think you make your own destination.”
4. “I felt like a little kid again when I got to the big leagues.”
5. “I just try to be the best Manny I can be.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At his peak, Manny Ramirez’s net worth was estimated to be around $110 million.
Children
Manny Ramirez has three sons: Manny Ramirez Jr., Manuelito “Manny” Ramirez, and Lucas Ramirez.
Relevant Links
2. [Manny Ramirez’s MLB Profile](https://www.mlb.com/player/manny-ramirez-120903
4. [Manny Ramirez’s Career Highlights](https://www.espn.com/mlb/player/_/id/2974/manny-ramirez
