Alexander Emanuel Rodriguez (born July 27, 1975 in New York City), nicknamed A-Rod, is widely regarded as one of the best players in Major League Baseball and at a young age already is being talked about among the all-time greats.

His swing and defensive play are known for their mechanical soundness. On the field, he has especially great range to his right side which also helps to showcase his strong arm. Tall, with long arms and a crouched stance, he can cover most of the strike zone and can hit almost any pitch for a home run. Rodriguez won Gold Gloves at shortstop in 2002 and 2003.