Why did Alex Rodriguez retire from baseball? His Wiki: Net Worth, ex-wife Cynthia Scurtis, Kids, Parents, New Job
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• Alexander Emmanuel Rodriguez, known as Alex Rodriguez, is a retired baseball shortstop and third baseman. • He played for the Seattle Mariners, Texas Rangers and New York Yankees, setting numerous records and winning a number of awards. • After his career, he became a special advisor to the Yankees owner, Hal Steinbrenner, and can be seen on several sports shows. • He was injured and suspended from the league multiple times, leading to his retirement in 2016. • He is worth $300 million and is in a relationship with singer and actress Jennifer Lopez.
Known for movies
Sunday Night Baseball (1995-2013) as Himself - New York Yankees Third Baseman / Himself
Playball (2008) as Himself
WrestleMania XXVIII (2012) as Himself
The 61st Annual Tony Awards (2007) as Himself - Interviewee (taped)
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SpouseCynthia ScurtisFactWas a high school baseball teammate of .
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Who is Alex Rodriguez?
Born on the 27th July 1975, in Washington Heights, New York City USA, he is a now-retired baseball shortstop and third baseman, one of the most successful players to ever grace the baseball stadia across the US. During his 22 year-long career, Alex played for the Seattle Mariners, Texas Rangers and New York Yankees, set numerous records, and won a number of prestigious awards, including 10 Silver Slugger Awards, and meantime becoming the youngest player ever to hit 500 home runs. Since leaving the field, Alex has become a special advisor to the Yankees owner, Hal Steinbrenner, and can also be seen on several sports shows, such as “Sunday Night Baseball”.
Why Did Alex Rodriguez Retire from Baseball?
Starting in 2011, Alex became injury prone, having numerous problems with his hip and undergoing complex surgery several times which obviously resulting in a decline in his performance. During these years, Alex was also a part of the , which saw him suspended from the league. In his last two professional years, his numbers were nowhere near his previous statistics, and so he decided to retire.
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— Alex Rodriguez (@AROD)
Alex Rodriguez Wiki: Early Life, Parents, and Education
Alex, of Dominican ancestry, is the son of Lourdes and Victor Rodriguez; he grew up with his two older half-siblings named Joe and Suzy, who are from his mother’s first marriage. During his early years, the Rodriguez family moved a lot, spending time in the Dominican Republic even, and then living in Miami, Florida. He went to Christopher Columbus High School, but eventually transferred to Westminster Christian School. During his high school years, Alex was a star of his baseball team, playing as a shortstop, while he was also a member of the football team, playing at quarterback. He won the national championship with his high school in his junior year, and in his senior year, Alex posted some big numbers, including hitting a .505 average, in addition to nine home runs, 36 runs batted in (RBIs), and 35 stolen bases in 35 attempts in just 33 games. Before he entered the MLB Draft, Alex signed a letter of intent to play for the University of Miami, but he decided to turn down the scholarship offer from the university, and instead signed with the Seattle Mariners, who drafted him in the first round of the 1993 amateur draft when he was still just 17.
Career Beginnings
The Mariners signed Alex to a three -year deal worth $1.3 million, in addition to a $1 million signing bonus. He spent a season in the minor leagues, playing for the Appleton Foxes and Jacksonville Suns, before he was promoted to the major league. Alex played for the Mariners until 2000, building a name for himself in the sport and being considered one of the top prospects. He was the MLB batting champion for the 1996 season, but the team still struggled to achieve any major result. After the Mariners, Alex joined the Texas Rangers on a 10-year deal worth $252 million, which at the time was the most lucrative contract. He played for the Rangers until 2003, when he was traded to the New York Yankees, his time with the Rangers being quite beneficial for Alex, not just financially, but also career-wise, as he secured 10 All-Star appearances, and also won his first AL MVP Award, then his first and second Golden Glove Awards, and was the AL home run leader.
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New York Yankees
Alex played for the Yankees until the end of his career; he continued with great games, such that in 2007 he received a new, record contract, worth $275 million over ten years. He won the World Series with the Yankees in 2009, which was his first and only title, but then his performance started declining, and besides 2010 and 2011 All-Star appearances, Alex didn’t have much success from then on.
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Steroids Use and Suspension
Throughout his career, Alex faced numerous controversies, mostly for claims that for better performance, ie performance-enhancing drugs. At first, he denied those allegations, but in 2014 he was suspended for 211 games, due to his use of Human Growth Hormone and Testosterone.
Retirement and Life Outside Baseball
Alex officially retired in 2016, and since then has been serving as a special advisor to Hal Steinbrenner, but has also become a television personality, in addition to which he has engaged in sports shows, and appeared in several reality TV shows, such as “Shark Tank” (2017-2018). He has been involved in charity work too, donating close to $4 million to the University of Miami for the renovation of their baseball stadium, which was then renamed to “Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field”. Although he didn’t attend the university, he became their honorary alumnus in 2004, and is also a member of the Board of Trustees.
Do You Know How Rich Alex Rodriguez Is?
During his career, Alex signed two of the most lucrative contracts in sports history, becoming the highest paid baseball player. In addition, his wealth benefited from several endorsement deals, such as with Pepsi Cola, and he can be seen in a commercial for Guitar Hero World Tour, next to Kobe Bryant, Tony Hawk, Michael Phelps. So, have you ever wondered how rich Alex Rodriguez is, as of mid- 2018? According to authoritative sources, it has been estimated that Rodriguez’ net worth is as high as $300 million, pretty impressive don’t you think?
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— Alex Rodriguez (@AROD)
Do You Know About Alex’ Personal Life, Affairs, Marriage, Ex-Wife Cynthia Scurtis, Children, Divorce?
When it comes to Alex’ personal life, it is as controversial as his career; he was married to Cynthia Scurtis from 2002 to 2008, and the couple welcomed two children, Natasha Alexander, and Ella Alexander before Cynthia filed for divorce in July 2008, claiming that her husband had several extramarital affairs and had emotionally abandoned her and their children. During their marriage, Alex was linked to several women from show business, including Madonna but who denied all allegations of any romantic relationship. However, since 2017, Alex has been in a .
Internet Popularity
The A-Rod, the nickname that stuck with him throughout his career, has become quite popular on social media platforms, especially Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. His has close to two million followers, with whom he has shared pictures of himself with and also with . On Alex has 1.2 million followers, with whom he has shared his interests and opinions, such as on the , among many other posts. You can find Alex on as well, on which he already has more than 1.5 million followers.
So, if you aren’t already a fan of this successful if somewhat controversial sportsman, then this is a perfect opportunity for you to become one – just skip over to his official pages.
General Info
Full NameAlex RodriguezSalary20 million USDHeight1.9 mWeight104 kgProfessionActor, Baseball playerEducationChristopher Columbus High School, Westminster Christian SchoolNationalityAmerican
Family
SpouseCynthia ScurtisChildrenElla Alexander, Natasha AlexanderParentsLourdes Rodriguez, Victor RodriguezSiblingsJoseph Rodriguez, Suzy Rodriguez, Victor M. Rodriguez
Accomplishments
AwardsHank Aaron Award, American League Most Valuable Player Award, Best Major League Baseball Player ESPY AwardNominationsBest Male Athlete ESPY Award, Best Comeback Athlete ESPY Award, Kids’ Choice Award for Favorite Athlete, Teen Choice Award for Choice Male Athlete, Kids' Choice Award for Favorite Male Athlete, Premio Juventud for Most Electrifying Athlete - SportsTV ShowsMLB Whiparound
Social profile links
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Quotes
#Quote1"I have enough [wealth to last] forever. Not one day goes by when I don't remind myself of how grateful I am for those who came before me over the last 25 years. When I see players like and , I thank them. They did all the work to get the runner over to third, and all we need to do is hit a sacrifice fly. We don't have to set a nice table. They did it. We just have to keep the table set" - On his record-breaking $252 million contract with the Texas Rangers.2After signing a 10-year, 256 million deal, "It's not about the money. It never was. As a matter of fact, I could have asked for even more money if I wanted to. It's about me being happy and playing in a great team atmosphere in Texas."
Facts
#Fact1(February 16) Commissioner approves the deal to send Rodríguez to the New York Yankees for and a player to be named. The Texas Rangers will pay $67 million of the $179 million left on his $252 million contract. The Yankees will pay $112 million plus $4 million after his contract expires in 2011. The $36 million in deferred salary owed by Texas will be converted to an assignment bonus, guaranteeing it against a strike or lockout. Rodríguez will play third base while stays at shortstop. A December 2003 deal with the Boston Red Sox fell apart when the MLB Players Association blocked Boston's attempt to restructure Rodríguez's contract. In January, he was named captain of the Texas Rangers. [2004]2Became the new 3rd baseman for the New York Yankees Wearing the number 13 [February 2004]3Made season debut hours after Major League Baseball announced that it has suspended Rodríguez and 12 other players due to their roles in anti-aging clinic Biogenesis's doping scandal. Rodríguez is appealing his suspension, a total of 211 games. If he loses his appeal, the earliest Rodríguez will be allowed to play in a major league game is April 6, 2015. [August 5, 2013].4Wrote two children's books.5Spoke at schools about the dangers of steroids. He himself used steroids.6Is youngest player ever to hit 500 home runs on August 4, 2007 and youngest to hit 600 home runs on August 4, 2010.7World Series champion with NY Yankees 2009.8Close friend with .9Was in a relationship with (March 2010-2011).10On Monday, April 21st, 2008, in Miami, Florida, Ella Alexander Rodriguez was born. Baby Ella weighed 7 lbs, 2 oz.11In 2007, Forbes Magazine estimated his earnings for the year to be $29 million.12Agreed to a 10 year $275 million contract with the New York Yankees. (November 2007). Became highest paid player in baseball history.13Opted out of his final three year contract with the New York Yankees to become a free agent (October 2007).14Attended Westminster Christian School, a prestigious private school known for their athletics and fine arts programs, for high school.15In 1999, he was named one of People magazine's 50 Most Beautiful People.16In 2005, became the youngest player in Major League History to reach 400 career home runs, at the age of 29, and the only player ever to reach the milestone before turning 30. Many believe he is on-pace to surpass Hank Aaron on the all-time home run list.17Welcomed first child, baby girl Natasha Alexander, in Miami. Weighing in at 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and 19 inches long, she was born a week before her due date (18 November 2004)18Went 0-for-4 in Game Seven of the 2004 ALCS, in which the Boston Red Sox became the first time ever to win a pennant after being down 3 games-to-none. Given his enormous salary and perks, and the highly publicized trade that brought him to the New York Yankees (with a $184 million players payroll in 2004, the highest in all of sports) in the offseason, he has been roundly criticized in the Big Apple for his poor performance.19Made major league debut on 8 July 1994.20Announced he and his wife, , are expecting their first child. The couple - who dated on and off for 6 years before they got married - is featured in the May 2004 Vogue and in Sports Illustrated's 2004 swimsuit issue (1 June 2004).21Traded by the Texas Rangers to the New York Yankees for Alfonso Soriano and a player to be named later. Prior to the trade, he agreed to switch positions from shortstop to third base. [February 2004]22Texas Rangers All-Time Slugging Percentage Leader (.615).23Became the youngest (27 years, 249 days) player to hit 300 home runs, breaking the record set by Hall of Famer Jimmie Foxx (27 years, 328 days) [2 April 2003]24Was a high school baseball teammate of .25Married longtime girlfriend Cynthia Scurtis in a small ceremony in Dallas, followed by a reception at his 7,500-square-foot mansion. Among the guests were , Rodríguez's boyhood idol. (2 November 2002)26Moved back with his parents to their native Dominican Republic when Rodríguez was 4, then moved to Miami, Florida 4 years later. There, Alex's father announced he had to go to New York for a short time; he never returned. Rodríguez has said in interviews he can forgive him for abandoning the family, but that he will never forget.27Has three half-siblings, Victor, Joe and Suzy. Alex is youngest of them.28Drafted first overall by the Seattle Mariners in 199329Played for the Seattle Mariners from 1994-2000, helping the Mariners to 3 Playoff appearances3014-time All Star.311996 American League Batting Champ32in 1998, became the 3rd member of Baseballs 40-40 club (40 home runs and steals in the same season33Led the American League in Home Runs in 2001 with 53, his first season with Texas, and the most in a season by a shortstop34Signed a 250 million dollar contract to play shortstop for the Texas Rangers in 2000.
TitleYearStatusCharacterLive with Kelly and Michael2007-2016TV SeriesHimself - Guest Co-Host / HimselfMike & Mike2016TV SeriesHimself - FOX Baseball Analyst / Himself - FOX Sports Baseball Analyst / Himself - New York YankeesExtra2016TV SeriesHimself2015 World Series2015TV Mini-SeriesHimself - Game Site AnalystThe Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon2015TV SeriesHimselfToday2015TV SeriesHimself - GuestSunday Night Baseball1995-2013TV SeriesHimself - New York Yankees Third Baseman / Himself - Seattle Mariners Shortstop / Himself - Texas Rangers Shortstop / ...WrestleMania XXVIII2012TV SpecialHimselfLate Show with David Letterman1996-2011TV SeriesHimself - At Yankees Spring Training / Himself / Himself - Attending New York Yankee's spring traning in TampaSuper Bowl XLV2011TV SpecialHimself - Audience Member (uncredited)Prime 92010TV SeriesHimself2009 American Music Awards2009TV SpecialHimself - PresenterNew York Yankees Victory Parade2009TV MovieHimselfYankeeography2009TV SeriesHimselfThe NBA on TNT2009TV SeriesHimselfHistoria del Béisbol Dominicano2009DocumentaryHimselfThe Victoria's Secret Fashion Show2008TV SpecialHimself2008 MLB All-Star Game2008TV SpecialHimself - AL Starting Third Baseman, New York YankeesEntertainment Tonight2008TV SeriesHimselfYESterdays2008TV SeriesHimself - GuestPlayball2008HimselfNBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly2007TV MovieHimself60 Minutes2001-2007TV Series documentaryHimself (segment "A-Rod") / Himself - Infielder, Texas Rangers (segment "252")2007 MLB All-Star Game2007TV SpecialHimself - AL Starting Third Baseman, New York YankeesThe 61st Annual Tony Awards2007TV SpecialHimself - Interviewee (taped)The Turn On2006TV SeriesHimselfHoward Stern on Demand2006TV SeriesHimself2006 MLB All-Star Game2006TV SpecialHimself2005 MLB All-Star Game2005TV SpecialHimself - AL Starting Third Baseman: New York YankeesFaith Rewarded: The Historic Season of the 2004 Boston Red Sox2004Video documentaryHimself - Yankees Third Baseman2004 American League Championship Series2004TV SeriesHimself - New York Yankees Third BasemanPremios juventud 20042004TV SpecialHimself2004 MLB All-Star Game2004TV SpecialHimself - AL Starting Third Baseman: New York YankeesESPN SportsCentury2003TV Series documentaryHimself2003 MLB All-Star Game2003TV SpecialHimself - AL Starting Shortstop: Texas RangersThe Tonight Show with Jay Leno2003TV SeriesHimself2002 MLB All-Star Game2002TV SpecialHimself - AL Starting Shortstop: Texas Rangers2001 MLB All-Star Game2001TV SpecialHimselfPeople's 50 Most Beautiful People2001TV MovieHimself2000 American League Championship Series2000TV Mini-SeriesHimself - Seattle Mariners Shortstop2000 MLB All-Star Game2000TV SpecialHimself - AL Shortstop: Seattle MarinersThis Week in Baseball2000TV SeriesHimself1998 MLB All-Star Game1998TV SpecialHimself1997 MLB All-Star Game1997TV SpecialHimself - AL Starting Shortstop: Seattle MarinersMy Oh My!1996DocumentaryHimself1996 MLB All-Star Game1996TV SpecialHimself1995 American League Championship Series1995TV SeriesHimself - Seattle Mariners Pinch Hitter
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TitleYearStatusCharacterMike & Mike2013-2016TV SeriesHimself - New York Yankees / Himself / Himself - New York Yankees PitcherCTV News Channel2016TV SeriesHimself - MLB Player [segment: Alex Rodríguez retires]The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon2016TV SeriesHimself - Drying BatEntertainment Tonight2015TV SeriesHimself60 Minutes2001-2014TV Series documentaryHimself - Baseball Player (segment "The Case of Alex Rodriguez") / Himself - Infielder, Texas Rangers (segment "252")30 for 302010TV Series documentaryHimselfRome Is Burning2006-2010TV SeriesHimselfPrime 92009-2010TV SeriesHimselfJ-Spo2009TV SeriesHimselfLate Show with David Letterman2007-2009TV SeriesHimself - Get's a bare-chested rubdown from Biff / Himself - Getting a bare-chested rubdown from Biff HendersonThe O'Reilly Factor2008TV SeriesHimselfRed Eye w/Tom Shillue2008TV SeriesHimselfRepública deportiva2007TV SeriesHimself - Baseball PlayerE! True Hollywood Story2006TV Series documentaryHimselfESPN Outside the Lines2006TV SeriesHimself - Baseball PlayerThe Top 5 Reasons You Can't Blame...2006TV SeriesHimselfReverse of the Curse of the Bambino2004TV Movie documentaryHimself2004 World Series2004TV Mini-SeriesHimself
