[136], On September 20, at Yankee Stadium, Rodriguez hit his 24th career grand slam, an opposite field 654th career home run, off George Kontos of the San Francisco Giants, breaking the all-time grand slam record, formerly held by Lou Gehrig. Alex Rodriguez, who was a Major League Baseball player from 1994 to 2007, is best known for his business dealings and charitable activities. [9] He played his final game in professional baseball on August 12, 2016. Rodriguez became the youngest player in baseball history to reach 450 home runs (surpassing Ken Griffey Jr., by 267 days), and the eighth player to reach 2,000 hits before turning 31. In Game 2, he hit an RBI single in the sixth, and hit a game-tying homer off closer Joe Nathan in the bottom of the ninth inning. [106] On June 26, Rodriguez surpassed Jackson for 11th on the all-time home run list, against the New York Mets in the Subway Series,[107] and against the Angels on July 11, Rodriguez passed Rafael Palmeiro for 10th place;[108] it was his 65th home run against Anaheim, the most by any active player against an opponent. Having finished his athletic career, Alex started his TV career for Fox Sports 1 as well as became a presenter at Shark Tank and Sunday Night Baseball shows. The opposing manager objected that the ball was foul, and for the first time in MLB history, instant replay (a process officially introduced a few days earlier) was used to review the play and uphold the umpires' ruling. (Getty Images) That is, until very recently. [1] He is part owner of the National Basketball Association's (NBA) Minnesota Timberwolves. And for that, I am very sorry and deeply regretful. "[99], MLB commissioner Bud Selig briefly considered whether to punish Rodriguez for his admitted steroid use, citing the illegality of the situation, among other things. He made light of this fact during a Late Show with David Letterman sketch that was filmed during Spring training, which featured him shirtless being rubbed down with suntan lotion. Privacy Notice Before the 2004 season, Rodriguez was traded to the Yankees, for whom he converted to a third baseman to accommodate their shortstop Derek Jeter. [273][274], As previously mentioned, Rodriguez and Jeter's friendship had cooled in recent years. "[55], In an article written eight years later, Rodriguez said he regretted signing with the Texas Rangers and wished he had signed with the New York Mets instead, and that he had heeded the advice of his agent, Scott Boras. [95], Rodriguez hit his 549th home run in a September 3, 2008, game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Here's a timeline of their relationship over the years. His nine home runs in April matched a team record that was shared (through 2008) with Ivn Rodrguez (2000), Carl Everett (2003), and Ian Kinsler (2007). Rodriguez played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Seattle Mariners (19942000), Texas Rangers (20012003), and New York Yankees (20042016). [241], Rodriguez invested in NRG Esports alongside Shaquille O'Neal and Jimmy Rollins in 2016. [32][33] In 32 games for Calgary, he had 37 hits in 119 at-bats for a .311 batting average. The couple had two daughters before splitting up in 2008. [148] On May 7, Rodriguez hit his 661st career home run off Orioles pitcher Chris Tillman for sole possession of fourth place on the all-time home run list. Rodriguez has been linked to some high-profile figures over the years, but has only married once. [135] The Yankees won 96, and Dempster, who hit Rodriguez before, was suspended five games by the league with an undisclosed fine (although he did not miss a start). Alex Rodriguez sounds like he has no hard feelings when it comes to his split from Jennifer Lopez. [76], In the Yankees' fourth game of the season, Rodriguez hit two home runs against the Baltimore Orioles at Yankee Stadium, including his 14th-career grand slam to end the game. In his first season there, Rodriguez produced one of the top offensive seasons ever for a shortstop, leading the American League with 52 home runs, 133 runs scored, and 393 total bases. The report was compiled as part of Major League Baseball's 2003 survey to see whether mandatory random drug testing program might be necessary. [133] In response to the accusations, Cashman said, "I'm not comfortable talking to Alex about this because we feel we are in a litigious environment. [144][145], Rodriguez played his first game after his suspension on opening day against the Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium. On April 21, 2008, Cynthia gave birth to their second child, Ella Alexander,[261] in Miami, Florida. One of the most controversial plays of Rodriguez's career occurred late in Game 6 of the 2004 American League Championship Series. One of those games reportedly turned violent and cocaine was openly used. [256] The couple divorced a year later, and Victor Jr. was raised by his mother. The team. Jennifer Lopez was first married in 1997 to a man named Ojani Noa. Despite good production, Rodriguez suffered the longest single-season home run drought of his career by not hitting one in 85 at-bats. [98][100] Two days after the allegations, Rodriguez admitted to steroid use from 2001 until 2003, claiming that he ceased using such substances after spring training that year. Red Sox pitcher Bronson Arroyo fielded the ball and ran towards Rodriguez to apply a tag. Kay? [216], Rodriguez said he would become a spokesperson for the Taylor Hooton foundation, which educates young people about the dangers of steroid use. More From Harper's BAZAAR. [citation needed] During the 1995 season, Rodriguez played in 48 games, batting .232 with five home runs, 19 RBI, and four stolen bases. The couple had two daughters before splitting up in 2008. [14] In January 2018, ESPN announced that Rodriguez would be joining the broadcast team of Sunday Night Baseball. [230][231] In July 2014, Rodriguez was in fact sued by his lawyers for $380,000 in unpaid legal fees.[232][233]. [248] Rodriguez also invested in Density, a technology company specializing in people counting. [173], Rodriguez is an MLB studio analyst for FOX Sports, working alongside Kevin Burkhardt, David Ortiz and Frank Thomas. [208] In a 2007 interview with Katie Couric, Rodriguez flatly denied ever having used performance-enhancing drugs. Toward the end of his career, he was hampered by hip and knee injuries, which caused him to become exclusively a designated hitter. The Mariners selected Rodriguez first overall in the 1993 MLB draft, and he debuted in the major leagues the following year at the age of 18. Galea confirmed to the Associated Press that he treated Rodriguez but said he only prescribed anti-inflammatories. Rodriguezs most recent ex Lopez even joked about donning Madonnas iconic Like A Virgin look during their 2020 Halloween party. Because of the opt-out, the Yankees also lost $21.3 million in remaining payments from the Rangers as part of their agreement from the 2004 trade. [6][7] While recovering from a hip injury in 2013, Rodriguez made headlines by feuding with team management over his rehabilitation and for having allegedly obtained performance-enhancing drugs as part of the Biogenesis baseball scandal. CNN . In the top of the sixth, he hit his first, a solo dinger to left center. Former psychology teacherCynthia Scurtis married the former MLB star in 2002. Of the 41 times Rodriguez struck out with two outs, 20 came with runners in scoring position. Here's a timeline of their relationship over the years. [184] In 2020, Rodriguez was featured in a Presidente beer Super Bowl commercial. The singers tied the knot in 2004, before announcing their split in 2011. A Miami native himself, Rodriguez had grown up watching Marino and also wore number 13 when he played quarterback in high school. [264] In July, Madonna responded to rumors of an affair with Rodriguez by issuing a statement saying, "I am not romantically involved in any way with Alex Rodriguez" and have "nothing to do with the state of his marriage". He led the AL in home runs (54), RBIs (156), slugging percentage (.645), OPS (1.067), total bases (376), and times on base (299), and was second in hit by pitch (21), extra-base hits (85), and at bats per home run (10.8), fourth in on-base percentage (.422) and sacrifice flies (9), seventh in walks (95) and plate appearances (708), eighth in intentional walks (11), and ninth in games (158). [242] In 2017, A-Rod Corp gained the rights to develop UFC-branded fitness centers across southern Florida. Alexander Emmanuel Rodriguez (born July 27, 1975), nicknamed "A-Rod", is an American former professional baseball shortstop and third baseman, businessman and philanthropist. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopezs unexpected breakup may have taken fans by surprise, but the former Yankee is likely to bounce back if his impressive dating history is any indication. In the top of the ninth, he hit his third, a towering two-run blast into the waterfall in Kauffman Stadium. He was selected as the USA Baseball Junior Player of the Year and as Gatorade's national baseball student-athlete of the year. Miami sources revealed that the pair were on the rocks in February, and by March they were in separate cities. (See Opt out controversy.)[56]. [29], On February 7, 2009, Sports Illustrated reported that Rodriguez tested positive for testosterone and the anabolic steroid Primobolan in 2003. [276] As of 2018, he was being represented by Jon Rosen of WME/IMG. Rodriguez turned down U of M's baseball scholarship offer and never played college baseball, opting instead to sign with the Seattle Mariners after being selected first overall in the 1993 amateur draft at the age of 17. [57] It was his fifth 30-homer campaign, tying Banks for most ever by a shortstop. [94] The contract, finalized December 13, included various multimillion-dollar incentives for breaking career home run milestones. Terms of Use [53][54] Dave McNally, one of the players who had successfully challenged the reserve clause in the 1970s to create free agency in baseball, said, "My first thought when I saw [reports that Rodriguez had signed] was: Did Texas offer him $250 million and he wanted two more? [82], Rodriguez hit his 500th career home run against pitcher Kyle Davies of the Kansas City Royals on August 4. [240] Rodriguez sold a Mercedes-Benz dealership in League City, Texas to Group 1 Automotive in 2014. He signed two of the most lucrative contracts in baseball. Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez have officially broken off their engagement after four years together. [19] Growing up, Rodriguez's favorite baseball players were Keith Hernandez, Dale Murphy, and Cal Ripken Jr., and his favorite team was the New York Mets. "[170] Rodriguez ended the season playing 65 games with a .200 batting average, nine home runs and 31 RBIs. He led the club in runs, hits, doubles (34), homers, RBI, slugging, and on-base percentage and was second in walks (75), stolen bases (18), and game-winning RBI (14) while posting career highs for homers, RBI, and total bases. His combination of power, speed, and defense made him a cornerstone of the franchise, but he left the team via free agency after the 2000 season to join the Rangers. Retired Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez has been linked to all kinds during and after his first (and only) marriage. In Game 4, Rodriguez drove in the go-ahead run with two outs in the ninth inning off closer Brad Lidge. On defense, he had the lowest range factor among non-platoon AL third basemen (2.39) in his first year at the position. Like he said Friday night, he is happy and he is going to take some time to relax and hang with his family and friends. Rodriguez has been linked to some high-profile figures over the years, but has only married once. He was married to a psychology graduate Cynthia Scurtis in 2002. [citation needed], The 2007 season marked the last year of Rodriguez's 10-year, $252million contract before he opted out and became a free agent again. Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez have officially broken off their engagement after four years together. [234] This was contrary to his sentiments of 18 days earlier, when he had vehemently denied the allegations and also denied having used human growth hormones. During the 2012 postseason, Rodriguez was removed for a pinch hitter multiple times and did not start many times. More From Harper's BAZAAR. [2], Rodriguez began his professional baseball career as one of the sport's most highly touted prospects, and is considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time. He was elected to the 2004 American League All-Star Team, the eighth All-Star selection of his career and the first as a third baseman. [226], Almost immediately after the suspension was announced, Rodriguez announced that he would appeal. In 95 plate appearances, he walked 20 times and was hit by three pitches, and he had only 19 hits. In 1996, he became the Mariners' starting shortstop, won the major league batting title, and finished second in voting for the AL MVP Award. [178], In July 2020, it was announced that Rodriguez would be part of the judging panel for the Forbes' Next 1000 list, a franchise which focuses on entrepreneurs from marginalized communities. [162] The next day, he hit his 30th career home run at Tropicana Field, which traveled an estimated 440 feet (130m), as the Yankees defeated Tampa Bay, 41. [166] The next day, the Yankees granted him his unconditional release. Hello and goodbye, that's about it." However, the Major League Baseball Players Association vetoed the deal because it called for a voluntary reduction in salary by Rodriguez. [119] In a road loss versus the Seattle Mariners on July 24, 2012, Rodriguez took a hit to the hand during an eighth-inning at bat versus Seattle starting pitcher Flix Hernndez. Her dating history includes Cynthia Scurtis (2002 to 2008), Bethenny Frankel (2009 to present), and [125], Rodriguez played his first rehab assignment game on July 2, 2013, with the Yankees Class-A Low affiliate, the Charleston RiverDogs. [228], A lengthy arbitration process followed, but the suspension was upheld on January 11, 2014. He served as the designated hitter, going 1 for 2 with a walk as the Yankees lost to the Blue Jays 16. Rodriguez followed the previous year with a major league-best 57 home runs, 142 RBIs and 389 total bases in 2002,[29] becoming the first player to lead the majors in all three categories since 1984. The Rangers also agreed to pay $67million of the $179million left on Rodriguez's contract. The relationship was short-lived, as the two split in 1998. Page Six exclusively revealed in March in 2021that J-Rod was no more. The relationship lasted six years, during which they welcomed daughters Natasha and Ella. [155], In his first 95 games of the season, Rodriguez hit 24 homers and produced an OPS of .930. They were supposed to get married in the spring of 2020 but had to postpone their wedding due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Prior to the season, Rodriguez opted to play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.[73]. [105] On June 25, Rodriguez belted homer 563 of his career, off Atlanta Braves starter Derek Lowe, and tying Reggie Jackson for 11th on the all-time home run list. "A lot of that stuff that went on in the clubhouse was more tongue-in-cheek, fun type stuff," he explained. His 109 home runs in 200102 are the most ever by an American League right-handed batter in consecutive seasons. Rodriguez and Jeter discussed the rift in their friendship. [52] The contract was highly criticized, because it tied up valuable payroll space that could have been spent to improve other areas, such as pitching. WebAlexander Emmanuel Rodriguez (born July 27, 1975), nicknamed " A-Rod ", is an American former professional baseball shortstop and third baseman, businessman and philanthropist. [262][263] Rodriguez responded in court documents that the marriage was "irretrievably broken" but requested that allegations of his "extramarital affairs" be stricken from court records. For the season, Rodriguez finished fourth in the league in RBI (121), fifth in runs scored (113), eighth in home runs (35) and walks (90), and ninth in OBP (.392). [154] On July 25, against the Twins in Minnesota, and two days before his 40th birthday, Rodrguez became the fifth-oldest player to hit three home runs in one game. Moving onto his personal life, he has two half-siblings Joe and Suzy from his mothers first marriage and a half brother Victor M. Rodriguez born from his fathers first wife. Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez both had a series of high-profile relationships before they found love with each other. Cameron Diaz dated the athlete for just over a year between 2010-2011. [256] Rodriguez's father, Victor, left the family in Miami when Alex was nine years old and moved to New York. This article is about the baseball player. [6][7] "Back then, [baseball] was a different culture," Rodriguez said. [51], Rodriguez became a free agent after the 2000 season. Rodriguez gained many awards, including 2 Gold Gloves, 10 Silver Slugger Awards, 4 AL Hank Aaron Awards and was 14 times invited for All-Star games. [272], In his free time, Rodriguez enjoys golf, as well as collecting art. In 2012, Rodriguez began dating singer Madonna. [41] He was selected as Players Choice AL Player of the Year,[42] won his second Silver Slugger Award,[43] and finished ninth in the MVP voting. Here's a timeline of their relationship over the years. Check out A-Rods famous former lovers below. In March 2016, Alex Rodriguez started dating 23andMe CEO Anne Wojcicki. Rodriguez independently sought a second opinion on his quad strain on July 24 with a doctor who stated that there did not appear to be an injury; the Yankees front office expressed further dismay, claiming that he violated league rules for seeking a second opinion without the team's permission. Again, he was the youngest player in Major League Baseball. ", "Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez announce breakup in TODAY exclusive", "A complete breakdown of Alex Rodriguez's golf game", "As winter Meetings Approach, these are the storylines to watch", "Costas? [10] After an arbitration hearing, the suspension was reduced to 162 games, which kept him off the field for the entire 2014 season. Her dating history includes Cynthia Scurtis (2002 to 2008), Bethenny Frankel (2009 to present), and [21] In 100 games he batted .419 with 90 stolen bases. [126] He continued his rehabilitation and played for the Yankees Triple-A team, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders on July 18. In 2005, Rodriguez hit .321, leading the American League with 124 runs and 48 home runs while driving in 130 runs. The home run also drove in the go-ahead runs for an 84 Yankees win. It was Rodriguez's 11th consecutive season with more than 100 runs scored, the longest such streak in American League history since Lou Gehrig did so in 13 straight seasons (192638). [169], Rumors swirled regarding Rodriguez's future in baseball; the Miami Marlins were interested in signing him to play first base until his spokesman Ron Berkowitz emailed the media on August 15 and said on behalf of Rodriguez, "I want to put all this talk to rest about Alex playing for any team this season. Having finished his athletic career, Alex started his TV career for Fox Sports 1 as well as became a presenter at Shark Tank and Sunday Night Baseball shows. [24] The Mariners signed him to a three-year contract worth $1.3million, and a $1million signing bonus. On January 16, 2013, Rodriguez underwent arthroscopic surgery in his hip to repair a torn labrum. When asked by Andy Cohen whether her costume choice was odd given Rodriguez and Madonnasrumored romance, J.Lo laughed it off. Alex Rodriguez sounds like he has no hard feelings when it comes to his split from Jennifer Lopez. [66] Rodriguez also had to switch uniform numbers; he had worn 3 his entire career, but the number was retired by the Yankees in honor of Babe Ruth. Rodriguez played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Seattle Mariners (19942000), Texas Rangers (20012003), and New York Yankees (20042016). Ty Cobb reached the mark while still 29, while Rogers Hornsby, Mel Ott, Hank Aaron, Joe Medwick, Jimmie Foxx, and Robin Yount all achieved their 2,000th hit at age 30. On July 24, 2004, Rodriguez was hit by a pitch from Bronson Arroyo, which led to a scuffle with Boston Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek, and a bench-clearing brawl between both teams. And I wanted to prove to everyone that I was worth being one of the greatest players of all time. Page Six exclusively revealed in March in 2021 that J-Rod was no more. He helped the Yankees win the 2009 World Series over the Philadelphia Phillies, which was Rodriguez's only championship title. [238][239], Rodriguez partnered with Mark Mastrov in 2012 to create the Energy Fitness gym chain in Mexico City. I call her an octopus threat. No. [102] The Yankees had stumbled to a 1315 record in Rodriguez' absence, and his return fortified the lineup and provided much-needed protection for three-hole hitter Mark Teixeira, who was a notoriously slow starter. [71], On April 26, Rodriguez hit three home runs off Angels' pitcher Bartolo Coln and drove in 10 runs. Rodriguez began the 2013 season on the 60-day disabled list. Rodriguez reached 30+ home runs for the 15th time in his career, tying Aaron for the most 30-home-run seasons in history. He was named AL MVP in 2005 and 2007. He was tied with Jim Thome for the MLB lead in homers, and he won his second Babe Ruth Home Run Award. The information had been part of a government-sealed report detailing 104 major league players (out of 1200 players tested)[99] who tested positive for performance enhancers during a 2003 drug survey. 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