Darryl Strawberry
- January 5, 2024
- Baseball Player
Quick Facts
Full Name | Darryl Strawberry |
Occupation | Baseball Player |
Date Of Birth | Mar 12, 1962(1962-03-12) |
Age | 62 |
Birthplace | Los Angeles |
Country | United States |
Birth City | California |
Horoscope | Pisces |
Darryl Strawberry Biography
Name | Darryl Strawberry |
Birthday | Mar 12 |
Birth Year | 1962 |
Place Of Birth | Los Angeles |
Home Town | California |
Birth Country | United States |
Birth Sign | Pisces |
Siblings | Michelle Strawberry, Mike Strawberry, Ronnie Strawberry, Regina Strawberry |
Spouse | Tracy Boulware , Charisse Strawberry , Lisa Andrews |
Children(s) | D. J. Strawberry, Diamond Strawberry, Jade Strawberry, Jordan Strawberry, Jewel Strawberry |
Darryl Strawberry is one of the most popular and richest Baseball Player who was born on March 12, 1962 in Los Angeles, California, United States. Eight-time MLB All-Star slugger who won the World Series Championship with the New York Mets in 1986 followed by three more championships in the New York Yankees in 1996 1998, 1999 and 1996. He was the top hitter in his team in the National League in home runs in 1988, hitting 39 for the Mets.
He was a member of his team in 1986, the New York Mets, the team that won the World Series in part due to a infamous mistake made of Boston Red Sox first baseman, He played on the 1986 New York Mets, the team that won a World Series in part due to an infamous error by Boston Red Sox first baseman, Bill Buckner..
Strawberry was drafted first overall in the 1980 Major League Baseball draft by the New York Mets. Darryl’s older brother, Michael Strawberry, was also selected in that draft, going to the Dodgers in the 31st round.
During the period from 1983 to 1990, Strawberry was very popular, with his image used on action figures (Kenner’s Starting Lineup), posters and banners. He was also known for his disruptive behavior. He got into a physical altercation on team picture day with team captain Keith Hernandez and in the midst of a war of words with infielder Wally Backman, threatened to “bust that little redneck in the face”. He often overslept and was late for, or missed, team workouts. He publicly complained about Manager Davey Johnson after he was removed from the game in a double-switch during the 9th inning of Game 6 of the 1986 World Series, which the Mets would go on to win. During the regular season in 1986, Strawberry hit 27 homers and had 93 RBIs.
He got married to Charisse Simons on the 23rd of November 1993. in the same year that he divorced Lisa Watkins. He separated from Lisa Watkins at the end of 2006 which was the year that he was married Tracy Boulware. The family consists of four kids named DJ, Jade, Jordan and Jewel. DJ was a basketball player at the University of Maryland. Maryland as well as a second-round pick by the NBA’s Phoenix Suns in 2007.
Darryl Strawberry Net Worth
Net Worth | $1.5 Million |
Source Of Income | Baseball Player |
House | Living in own house. |
Darryl Strawberry is one of the richest Baseball Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Darryl Strawberry 's net worth $1.5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He and his brother were both drafted during that same year.
He was awarded the 1983 NL Rookie of the Year after hitting 26 home runs and racking up 74 RBIs.
Darryl Eugene Strawberry (born March 12, 1962) is an American former professional baseball right fielder and author who played 17 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB). Throughout the 1980s and early 1990s, Strawberry was one of the most feared sluggers in the sport, known for his prodigious home runs and his intimidating presence in the batter’s box with his 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) frame and his long, looping swing that elicited comparisons to Ted Williams’.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
Height | 6 ft 6 in |
Darryl Strawberry height 6 ft 6 in Darryl weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Darryl Strawberry Dating?
According to our records, Darryl Strawberry married to Tracy Boulware , Charisse Strawberry , Lisa Andrews. As of December 1, 2023, Darryl Strawberry’s is not dating anyone.
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In 1987, Strawberry hit 39 home runs and stole 36 bases, joining the exclusive 30–30 club at the time becoming one of only 10 players in baseball history to accomplish the feat. In addition to that, he hit 32 doubles and drove in 104 runs. Despite this, the 1987 team missed the playoffs.
Facts & Trivia
Darryl Ranked on the list of most popular Baseball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Darryl Strawberry celebrates birthday on March 12 of every year.
In 1988, Strawberry once again hit 39 home runs to lead the National League. He also drove in 101 runs and led the league in slugging percentage at .545 and OPS at .911. He finished a very close second in MVP voting to the Dodgers’ Kirk Gibson. Strawberry led the Mets to the playoffs, losing to the Dodgers in seven games in the National League championship series.
What is Darryl Strawberry doing these days?
Strawberry is a traveling minister. This past week, he was in Orlando, Fla., speaking to kids about the evils of drugs — a subject about which Strawberry has personal knowledge. He had problems with drugs and alcohol during his 17 years in the big leagues.
Is Darryl Strawberry in the Hall of Fame?
He worked as an instructor for the New York Mets in 2005 and 2008, and was inducted to the Mets Hall of Fame in 2010. He has made regular appearances at the New York Yankees’ Old Timer’s Day, most recently in 2012.
Who is Darryl Strawberry's wife?
Wife
How much money did Darryl Strawberry make?
Net Career Earnings: During his career, Darryl Strawberry earned a total of $30 million while playing for the New York Mets, the Los Angeles Dodgers, the San Francisco Giants, and the New York Yankees.
Is Dwight Gooden a Hall of Famer?
In 2010, Gooden was inducted into the New York Mets Hall of Fame. Gooden’s troubles with addiction continued after his retirement from baseball and resulted in several arrests.