Magglio Ordonez

Magglio Ordonez is a Major League Baseball player. He is currently an outfielder for the Detroit Tigers.

Fast Facts

1. Full name: Magglio Jose Ordonez
2. Born: January 28, 1974
3. Birthplace: Caracas, Venezuela
4. Height: 6'0"
5. Weight: 215 lbs
6. Position: Outfielder
7. Bats: Right
8. Throws: Right

Early Life

Magglio Jose Ordonez was born in Caracas, Venezuela, on January 28, 1974. In 1991, Ordonez was signed by the Chicago White Sox, as an amateur free agent.

Pro Career

Ordonez spent his first six years with Chicago's minor league affiliate. On August 29, 1997, Ordonez made his MLB debut with the Chicago White Sox. In his first season, with the White Sox he appeared in 21 games and finished the season with a .319 batting average. In 1999, he was selected for his first of six All-Star games. After being granted free agency in October 2004, he signed with the Detroit Tigers on February 7, 2005. His five-year, $85 million deal was the largest ever given out by the Tigers. He suffered an abdominal hernia later in that season. In 2006, he was much more successful and earned another All-Star nod. On October 14, 2006, he hit the home run that sent the Tigers to the World Series for the first time in 22 years. His 2007 season was also successful, earning another All-Star appearance as well as his third Silver Slugger Award.

Magglio Ordonez Timeline

• January 28, 1974: Born
• 1991: Signed by Chicago White Sox
• 1997: Debuted with Chicago White Sox
• 2005: Signed by Detroit Tigers

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