Ron Gardenhire

Baseball manager with World Series title

Ron Gardenhire - Baseball manager with World Series title
Born

October 24th, 1957
67 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A German-American baseball player and manager, contributed significantly to Major League Baseball (MLB). Served as the manager for the Minnesota Twins from 2002 to 2014, leading the team to multiple American League Central Division titles. Managed the Detroit Tigers starting in 2018. Played as a shortstop in MLB for the New York Mets and the Twins. Served in the minor leagues as a player and later transitioned into coaching and managerial roles, accumulating extensive experience in player development and team leadership.

Managed Minnesota Twins to 3 AL Central titles

Won 2002 American League Manager of the Year

Managed team during multiple playoff appearances

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