Tim Wakefield

Quick Facts

Full Name	Tim Wakefield
Occupation	Baseball Player
Date Of Birth	Aug 2, 1966(1966-08-02)
Age	58
Birthplace	Melbourne
Country	United States
Birth City	Florida
Horoscope	Leo

Tim Wakefield Biography

Tim Wakefield is one of the most popular and richest Baseball Player who was born on August 2, 1966 in Melbourne, Florida, United States. Knuckle-ball pitcher who won 200 games in his 19-year career, mostly playing for Boston Red Sox. Boston Red Sox; won World Series Championships with Boston in 2004 and 2007.

He was a pitcher for his two World Series Championship teams for the Boston Red Sox under manager He pitched on two World Series Championship teams for the Boston Red Sox under manager Terry Francona..

Timothy Stephen Wakefield (born August 2, 1966) is an American former professional baseball pitcher. Wakefield began his pitching career with the Pittsburgh Pirates, but is most remembered for his 17-year tenure with the Boston Red Sox, from 1995 till his retirement in 2012 as the longest-serving player on the team. When he retired, Wakefield was the oldest active player in the majors.

Wakefield was drafted as a second baseman in 1988 by the Pittsburgh Pirates. After a scout told him that he would never get above Double-A ball as a position player with his skills, Wakefield began developing the knuckleball that has made him so well known, at the time stating “I just want to be able to say I tried everything I could to make it”.

He had one child, Trevor, and a daughter, Brianna, with his wife Stacy.

Tim Wakefield Net Worth

Tim Wakefield is one of the richest Baseball Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Tim Wakefield 's net worth $23 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was awarded MVP during his first semester during his time at Florida Tech and his number was retired by the school for his exceptional career.

He broke through into his major league debut in 1992, and took home two games with Pittsburgh Pirates. Pittsburgh Pirates in the National League Championship Series.

Wakefield was born in Melbourne, Florida on August 2, 1966. He attended Eau Gallie High School and then attended Florida Tech. At Florida Tech, he was named the Panthers team MVP as a first baseman in his sophomore and junior years. He set single-season records with 22 home runs, as well as the career home run record at 40. In 2006, his number 3 was retired by the college.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Tim Wakefield Dating?

According to our records, Tim Wakefield married to Stacy Stover. As of December 1, 2023, Tim Wakefield’s is not dating anyone.

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During the first month of the 1993 season, Wakefield walked nine batters twice and ten in another start. After losing his spot in the starting rotation, Wakefield was sent down to Double-A. He was recalled in September and struggled again, but finished the season with two straight shutouts.

Facts & Trivia

Tim Ranked on the list of most popular Baseball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Tim Wakefield celebrates birthday on August 2 of every year.

Wakefield spent most of 1994 with Triple-A Buffalo. He led the league in losses, walks, and home runs allowed. Wakefield was recalled to the Pirates in September but he did not play due to the players strike. The Pirates released Wakefield on April 20, 1995.

What does Tim Wakefield do now?

Wakefield After Baseball This group was established by the Red Sox franchise, aiming to make a difference in New England communities. He also joined the Red Sox broadcast channel NESN in 2012 as a studio analyst where he remains today.

Is Tim Wakefield a Hall of Famer?

By all accounts, Tim is one of the game’s nicest players and a true ambassador of the game. He has also played for almost 20 seasons in Major League Baseball. However, a quick glance at his player page on Baseball-Reference.com will show you that he is not a Hall of Famer , and it’s not even close.

How fast is Tim Wakefield's knuckleball?

Wakefield also featured a 71–75 mph fastball, a slow curve (57-61 mph), and a slower version of his knuckleball ( 59-62 mph ). Knuckleball pitchers are traditionally believed to be able to pitch more frequently and for more pitches per game than conventional pitchers.

Who was the best knuckleball pitcher?

1) Phil Niekro (1964-87) The most famous knuckleballer of all, Niekro is a Hall of Famer and the only knuckleball pitcher who’s a member of baseball’s historic 300-win and 3,000-strikeout clubs.