Cecil Fielder

Baseball player and manager, 1990 AL MVP

Cecil Fielder - Baseball player and manager, 1990 AL MVP
Born

September 21st, 1963
61 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A former professional baseball player and manager, celebrated for his power hitting during the 1990s. Played primarily as a first baseman and designated hitter. Achieved significant success with the Detroit Tigers, leading the American League in home runs in 1990. Awarded the American League Most Valuable Player award in 1990. Managed several minor league teams after retiring from playing.

Won the American League MVP award in 1990

Led the American League in home runs in 1990

Played for the Detroit Tigers during a prominent career

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