Doug Mientkiewicz
Baseball player and coach, 2004 World Series Champion
Born
June 19th, 1974
51 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played Major League Baseball as a first baseman from 1998 to 2009. Achieved significant success with the Minnesota Twins, contributing to the team's 2002 AL Central Division title. Played a crucial role in helping the Boston Red Sox win the 2004 World Series, ending an 86-year championship drought. Transitioned to coaching and managing after retirement, taking on various roles in minor league baseball.
Won the 2004 World Series with the Boston Red Sox
Played for the Minnesota Twins and New York Mets
Contributed to the 2002 AL Central Division title
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