Alex Rodriguez is a former professional baseball player widely regarded as one of the greatest to ever play the game, nicknamed “A-Rod.”
Born Alexander Emmanuel Rodriguez on July 27, 1975, in New York City, he is a Dominican-American who rose from a challenging childhood to become a dominant force in Major League Baseball (MLB).
Known for his exceptional hitting power, versatility as a shortstop and third baseman, and record-breaking achievements, Rodriguez played for the Seattle Mariners, Texas Rangers, and New York Yankees during his 22-year career.
After retiring in 2016, he has transitioned into business ventures through A-Rod Corp, broadcasting, and youth baseball initiatives, including launching the inaugural A-Rod Invitational youth tournament in 2026.
Siblings
Alex’s siblings include two older half-siblings from his mother Lourdes’s first marriage, brother Joe Dunand Sr. and sister Susy Dunand.
Susy has worked as a luxury real estate advisor in Florida and played a key role in Alex’s early career, including assisting with contract negotiations during his rookie years.
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Alex also has a paternal half-brother, Victor M. Rodriguez, born in 1960 to his father Victor Sr. from a previous relationship; Victor Jr., a retired U.S. Air Force lieutenant colonel, reconnected with Alex in 2003 after years apart and the two have since built a relationship.
Career
Rodriguez’s career began when he was selected first overall by the Seattle Mariners in the 1993 MLB Draft straight out of Westminster Christian High School in Miami.
He debuted in the majors in 1994 and quickly emerged as a superstar, leading the American League in batting average (.358) in 1996 as a 20-year-old.
After signing a landmark deal with the Texas Rangers in 2001, he continued his dominance, leading the league in home runs multiple times.
In 2004, he was traded to the New York Yankees, where he transitioned to third base and helped lead the team to a World Series championship in 2009, his only title.
Over his career, Rodriguez amassed 3,115 hits, 696 home runs (fourth all-time), 2,086 RBIs, and 329 stolen bases, becoming the only player in MLB history to reach 3,000 hits, 600 home runs, and 300 stolen bases.
Despite controversies, including a 2013 suspension related to performance-enhancing drugs, he retired in 2016 after a storied run that redefined power-hitting infielders.
Accolades
Rodriguez was selected to 14 All-Star Games, won three American League Most Valuable Player Awards (2003, 2005, 2007), received 10 Silver Slugger Awards for outstanding offensive performance at his position, and earned two Gold Glove Awards for defensive excellence (2002, 2003).
He also claimed four Hank Aaron Awards as the top hitter in the American League, led the league in home runs five times and RBIs twice, and was the MLB batting champion in 1996.
His postseason contributions culminated in the 2009 World Series win with the Yankees, and he holds the career record for grand slams.
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