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Through a 22-season-long career of accolades and success, Alex Rodriguez compassed the pinnacle of eminence at the batter’s box. Simultaneously, the New York Yankees slugger constructed a reputation of the Yankee bad boy that exponentially heightened after his divorce from his wife, Cynthia Scurtis.

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However, his romantic escapades reached a hiatus shortly after the shortstop-turned-baseman started dating pop-sensation Jennifer Lopez whom he met one year into his MLB retirement. At the same time, A-Rod commenced the pursuit of his ambitious dreams in the realm of business.

His journey in the world of business commenced in sync with his relationship with Jennifer Lopez. Similarly, while A-Rod grew his business empire, he continued to display the love he had for his family.

Alex Rodriguez: A perfect example of the work-life balance

Similarly, back in 2019, while celebrating his birthday, Alex Rodriguez’s UFC Gym Kendall uploaded an Instagram post wishing the Yankees’ superstar. The carousel of images also featured an image of the shortstop sharing an adorable moment with his two daughters, Natasha and Ella.

The image stands as a perfect example of how A-Rod had great dominance over balancing his work-life schedule.

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Back in 2017, Alex Rodriguez purchased UFC Gym Kendall and the potential development rights for the growth of this brand across Miami-Dade county.

A-Rod’s spectacular career in the ballpark

The Seattle Mariners drafted A-Rod in 1994. In little to no time, the shortstop found himself making his Major League debut as the youngest Mariners debutant at the young age of 18. What happened after his MLB debut is unknown to only a few.

In 2001, A-Rod moved to Texas and played there with the Rangers for three years. And finally, for the most fruitful and relatively controversial segment of his career, A-Rod moved to the New York Yankees in 2004 and retired from the Pinstripes after 12 long years.

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Throughout his career, A-Rod won three American League MVP awards, two Golden Glove Awards, ten Silver Slugger Awards, and led the AL homer list five times. Moreover, A-Rod also won one World Championship Ring and concluded his career with the fourth-highest position in the all-time list of home runs.

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All in all, barring the scandals, what do you make of A-Rod’s MLB career? Share your thoughts in the comments below.