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- Born: June 25, 1978
- Major League debut in 1998
- 2005 MLB All-Star
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Aramis Ramirez is a third baseman for the Chicago Cubs. A native of the Dominican Republic, Ramirez originally signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates as an amateur free agent in 1994. After four seasons as a minor league prospect in the Pirates farm system, Ramirez made his major league debut on May 26, 1998. After five and a half seasons in Pittsburgh, the Pirates traded Ramirez, Kenny Lofton, and cash to the Cubs, in exchange for Jose Hernandez, Matt Bruback, and Bobby Hill. Ramirez made his first All-Star team with the Cubs in 2006.
On October 26, 2008, Aramis Ramirez received the Hank Aaron Award for the National League. Ramirez hit .289 with 27 homeruns and 111 runs batted in. Ramirez received the award during Game 4 of the World Series.ESPN.com: Ramirez takes home Hank Aaron award
Strengths
Ramirez has a terrific bat. He has displayed the ability to hit for power and average, and produces with runners in scoring position.[1]-
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Aramis Ramirez Questions
Who is Manny Ramirez? 1 AnswerManny is the left fielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers. http://swamigp.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/340x-1.jpg He has been an amazing hitter his entire career, hi... read more
Are people really surprised by Manny Ramirez and suspension? 1 AnswerFrankly, yes. I knew he was not the most likable guy, but I didn't think he would resort to cheating. He doesn't have the massive body that Barry Bonds and Mark... read more
Why was Manny Ramirez taking a womens fertility drug? 2 AnswersThe drug can be used as a masking agent to cover up steroid use. It basically kicks your body back into making testosterone. From ESPN: "...two people with kno... read more
Why would anyone be shocked on the suspension of Manny Ramirez? 2 AnswersNot many people are shocked anymore when any pro ball player is suspended, here is a great article that explains the shock from fans. And a great quote below. ... read more -
Aramis Ramirez Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Chicago Cubs
- ESPN.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 215
- Rookie Year: 1998




