Mike Redmond

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Mike Redmond
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Redmond with the Minnesota Twins in 2007
Colorado Rockies – No. 8
Catcher / Manager / Bench coach
Born: (1971-05-05) May 5, 1971 (age 52)
Seattle, Washington, U.S.
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
MLB debut
May 31, 1998, for the Florida Marlins
Last MLB appearance
July 2, 2010, for the Cleveland IndiansLWin %WLWin %
Miami Marlins 20132015155207.42800–
Total155207.42800–

Playing and managing style

As a catcher, Redmond was known for his skill in calling the right pitches for the pitcher to throw. He was also noted for his veteran leadership and clubhouse presence. [19] He was also known for his defensive ability. He caught R. A. Dickey and Dennis Springer, who all threw a knuckleball, considered a difficult pitch to catch. [42] Redmond is tied for fourth in career fielding percentage as a catcher, finishing with 99.6%. [43]

Honors

In 1999, Redmond won the Charlie Hough Good Guy Award. He was inducted into the Unum Portland Sea Dogs Hall of Fame in 2010, primarily because of the stellar defensive skills he exemplified during his tenure with the team and in the major leagues. However, Redmond could not attend the induction ceremony due to his family commitments. [7]

Personal

Mike and his wife Michele (née Rowe) have two sons, Ryan and Michael. [2] They live in Spokane, Washington. [3]

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