Ronny Cedeño

Venezuelan baseball player, MLB infielder

Ronny Cedeño - Venezuelan baseball player, MLB infielder
Born

February 2nd, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Venezuela

Links & References

A Venezuelan baseball player began a career in Major League Baseball primarily as a shortstop. Debuted in 2005 with the Seattle Mariners and played for several teams including the Chicago Cubs and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Contributed significantly during his time with the Pirates, showcasing solid defensive skills and occasional offensive production. Cedeño also played in the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League, adding experience to his career. His time in MLB spanned over a decade, and he was recognized for his versatility on the field.

Debuted for Seattle Mariners in 2005

Played for Pittsburgh Pirates during 2011-2013

Participated in Venezuelan Professional Baseball League

Other People Born on February 2nd

Red Schoendienst

Baseball player, coach, and manager
Born
February 2nd, 1923 102 years ago
Died
2018 7 years ago — 95 years old

A professional baseball player, coach, and manager with a career spanning multiple decades. Played primarily as a second baseman, highlighted by a tenure with the St. Louis Cardinals. Achieved success in coaching and management roles following retirement as a player. Participated in multiple All-Star Games and was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1989.

Continue Reading

George Band

Mountaineer and engineer, Everest climber
Born
February 2nd, 1929 96 years ago
Died
August 26th, 2011 14 years ago — 82 years old

Born in England, contributions included significant achievements in both engineering and mountaineering. Climbed Mount Everest in 1953 as part of the first successful ascent of the mountain via the southern route. Participated in numerous expeditions across the world, including successful climbs of the Nanga Parbat and Kanchenjunga. Worked as an engineer on various projects throughout his career, employing technical knowledge in the field of mountaineering and the construction of high-altitude facilities.

Continue Reading

Vangelis Alexandris

Basketball player and coach in Greece
Born
February 2nd, 1951 74 years ago

Played professional basketball in Greece and served as a coach for various teams in the Greek leagues. His coaching career included stints with notable clubs, leading them to significant successes in domestic competitions. Contributed to the development of basketball in Greece through coaching and mentorship.

Continue Reading

Osamu Kido

Japanese professional wrestler champion
Born
February 2nd, 1950 75 years ago
Died
2023 2 years ago — 73 years old

Born in 1950, a professional wrestler who competed primarily in Japan. Achievements included winning multiple championships and being recognized for contributions to the sport. Competed in various wrestling promotions, showcasing talent and skills over decades. Transitioned to roles such as teaching and training future generations of wrestlers, influencing the wrestling community significantly.

Continue Reading

John Tudor

American baseball pitcher and All-Star
Born
February 2nd, 1954 71 years ago

Played as a professional baseball pitcher from 1976 to 1990, with significant contributions to teams such as the St. Louis Cardinals and the Boston Red Sox. Achieved recognition as a two-time All-Star and played in three World Series, winning one with the Cardinals in 1982. Notable for his effectiveness as a starting pitcher and his role in the Cardinals' postseason success.

Continue Reading

Cornelius Lanczos

Mathematician and physicist specializing in tensor analysis
Born
February 2nd, 1893 132 years ago
Died
June 25th, 1974 51 years ago — 81 years old

A mathematician and physicist, contributions included advanced work in numerical analysis and the development of various mathematical techniques. Played a key role in the development of the Lanczos algorithm, which is widely used in computational mathematics. Contributions to theoretical physics encompassed developments in relativity and quantum mechanics. Worked in several prestigious institutions during a career that spanned multiple decades, influencing the fields of mathematics and physics significantly.

Continue Reading