Doug Mientkiewicz

Baseball player and coach, 2004 World Series Champion

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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