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Tag: Baseball player

  • Miguel Cabrera

    Miguel Cabrera

    By: Cece Hymes

    Miguel Cabrera nicknamed Miggy is a professional baseball first baseman and designated hitter for the Detroit Tigers of Major League Baseball. He has been a two-time American League Most Valuable Player award winner, a four-time Al-batting champion and a 12-time MLB All-Star.

    Cabrera is very talented. He is a great player and inspired a lot of athletes in the world. Check out some of his baseball cards. Cabrera won the ESPY award and many more. Miguel Cabrera confirmed that he plans to retire following the season but still wants to help young players.

    What are some of your greatest moments of Miguel Cabrera? Make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl.

  • Ozzie Smith

    Ozzie Smith

    By: Cece Hymes

    Ozzie Smith is a former professional baseball player, nicknamed “The Wizard of Oz”, Ozzie played shortstop for the San Diego Padres and St. Louis Cardinals in Major League Baseball, winning the National League Gold Glove Award. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in his first year. He was also elected to the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame in the inaugural class.

    Ozzie Smith had a mean flip in baseball, he wasn’t called “The Wizard” for nothing. He inspired so many people all over the world. He had 13 Gold Glove awards. He is definitely a sports icon. Check out some of his baseball cards and some of his talent on YouTube. You would be amazed by his backflips and how good of a player he was.

    What are some of the greatest moments you would like to share with Ozzie Smith? Also make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl.

  • Jackie Robinson

    Jackie Robinson

    By: Cece Hymes

    Jackie Robinson was a professional baseball player who became the first African American to play in Major League Baseball in  the modern age. He is definitely a sports icon. Jackie Robinson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

    Jackie Robinson won the inaugural Rookie of the Year award and many more. He will always be known for his uniform number 42 across all major league teams. Did you know that MLB has a tradition called “Jackie Robinson Day”?

    Robinson has served in the military. Some of his most notable accomplishments include:

    ·         The first athlete at UCLA to win varsity letters in four sports

    ·         MLB Rookie of the year

    ·         Six-time MLB All Star

    ·         World series Champion 1955

    ·         MLB Hall of Fame

    Jackie Robinson has inspired a lot of people all over the world. Nike honored his legacy with a Nike Dunk Low. A brand-new Air force 1 low with 42 on it. They have a film on Jackie Robinson if you haven’t watched it, yet it is a must see. Check it out and tell me what you think about it.

    What is one thing you would like to share about Jackie Robinson? Make sure to follow me @Cece. Atl.