Rocco Baldelli
Baseball player and manager for the Twins
Born
September 25th, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played major league baseball as an outfielder and designated hitter from 2003 to 2010, primarily for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. Achieved significant success as the manager of the Minnesota Twins starting in 2019. As a player, faced challenges due to a mitochondrial disorder that affected his career. Transitioned into coaching and management, leading the Twins to the postseason in 2019, and was recognized as the American League Manager of the Year in 2020.
Played for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays
Managed the Minnesota Twins to the playoffs
Won American League Manager of the Year award
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