David Ortiz
Career Overview

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David Ortiz, affectionately known as "Big Papi," became one of the most beloved figures in Major League Baseball during his career. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Ortiz began his professional journey when he signed with the Seattle Mariners in 1992. However, it was with the Minnesota Twins that he made his MLB debut in 1997. During

David Ortiz, affectionately known as "Big Papi," became one of the most beloved figures in Major League Baseball during his career. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Ortiz began his professional journey when he signed with the Seattle Mariners in 1992. However, it was with the Minnesota Twins that he made his MLB debut in 1997. During

Career Batting Stats

AL 1997-2016

AVG

.286

Hits

2,472

HR

541

#17 All-Time

OPS

.931

#33 All-Time

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Contact

A-

Power

A

Speed

D

Durability

A-

Range

Fielding

Career Timeline

1997-2002

Minnesota Twins (AL)

Player

2003-2016

Boston Red Sox (AL)

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Born Nov 18th, 1975

Age 49 years old

Bats / Throws Left / Left

Height / Weight 6' 3" 230 lbs

Position 1B · DH

Uniform #s 27 · 34

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