Mark Teixeira

Baseball player and World Series champion

Mark Teixeira - Baseball player and World Series champion
Born

April 11th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player, widely recognized for contributions to Major League Baseball. Played primarily as a first baseman. Career spanned from 2003 to 2016, with significant time spent on the Atlanta Braves, Texas Rangers, Los Angeles Angels, and New York Yankees. Achieved notable success as a member of the New York Yankees, culminating in a 2009 World Series championship. Selected for the All-Star Game three times, reflecting consistent on-field excellence. Excelled as a power hitter and defensive player, contributing to teams' offensive strategies throughout career.

Won the 2009 World Series with the New York Yankees

Three-time All-Star selection

Two-time Gold Glove Award winner

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