Michael Cuddyer
Michael Brent Cuddyer
Michael Cuddyer, a two-time MLB All-Star and batting champion, was born in Norfolk, Virginia.
- Profession
- Baseball player
- From
- Norfolk, Virginia
- Born
- March 27, 1979
- Years active
- 2001–2015
Early life
Born in Norfolk in 1979, Cuddyer was a first-round pick out of Chesapeake's Great Bridge High School.
Career
A versatile hitter, he spent most of his career with the Minnesota Twins before joining the Rockies and Mets.
Major achievements
He won the 2013 National League batting title and was a two-time All-Star.
Legacy
Cuddyer is remembered as a productive, well-rounded ballplayer and clubhouse leader.
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