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David Ortiz Biography

Birth Name:David Américo Ortiz Arias

Birth Place:Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Profession Actor, Producer

Fast Facts

  • Was awarded the Hank Aaron Award for the American League in the 2015 and 2016 MLB seasons
  • Received an honorary doctorate degree from The New England Institute of Technology in 2017
  • Made his MLB debut with the Minnesotta Twins in 1997
  • The son of a professional baseball player, he became interested in the sport at a young age
  • Former professional baseball player best known for his hitting abilities
  • Well known by the moniker "Big Papi․"
  • Became a U․S․ citizen in 2008
  • In 2017, he had the best batting average of any player in their final season