Aaron Rowand (born August 29, 1977 in Portland, Oregon) is a center fielder in Major League Baseball who plays for the Philadelphia Phillies after spending several years with the Chicago White Sox. He has the fire and the passion. The position of the center fielder A center fielder, abbreviated CF, is the outfielder in baseball who plays defense in center field - the baseball fielding position between left field and right field (e. ... is the 241st day of the year (242nd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Also: 1977 (album) by Ash. ... is the 167th day of the year (168th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2001 (MMI) was a common year starting on Monday (link displays the 2001 Gregorian calendar). ... Batting average is a statistic in both cricket and baseball measuring the performance of cricket batsmen and baseball hitters, respectively. ... In baseball, a home run is a base hit in which the batter is able to circle all the bases, ending at home plate and scoring a run, with no errors on the play that result in the batter achieving extra bases. ... Bengie Molina of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim (in gray and red) scores a run by touching home plate after rounding all the bases. ... In baseball statistics, a run batted in (RBI) is given to a batter for each run scored as the result of a batters plate appearance. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 2001 throughout the world. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 2005 throughout the world. ... is the 241st day of the year (242nd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Also: 1977 (album) by Ash. ... Nickname: Location in Multnomah County and the state of Oregon Coordinates: , Country United States State Oregon County Multnomah County Incorporated February 8, 1851 Government  - Mayor Tom Potter Area  - City  145. ... The position of the center fielder A center fielder, abbreviated CF, is the outfielder in baseball who plays defense in center field - the baseball fielding position between left field and right field (e. ... ‹ The template below (Taginfo) is being considered for deletion. ... Major league affiliations National League (1883–present) East Division (1969–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 1, 14, 20, 32, 36, 42 Name Philadelphia Phillies (1883–present) Philadelphia Quakers (1883–1883) (Also referred to as Blue Jays 1943-1945 despite formal name remaining Phillies) Other nicknames Phils, Phightin Phils, Phightins Ballpark... This article does not cite any references or sources. ...

The Phillies and Rowand avoided an arbitration hearing and came to terms on a contract for 2007. Rowand will receive a $4.35 million base salary and could earn bonuses based on performance.

Glendora, California High School graduate, 1995. Drafted by the New York Mets, elected to go to college. Location of Glendora in California Coordinates: Country United States of America State California County Los Angeles Incorporated (city) 1911-11-13 [3] Government  - Mayor Ken Herman [1]  - City Manager Eric. ... Major league affiliations National League (1962–present) East Division (1969–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 14, 37, 41, 42 Name New York Mets (1962–present) Other nicknames The Amazin Mets, The Amazins, The Metropolitans Ballpark Shea Stadium (1964–present) Polo Grounds (1962–1963) Major league titles World Series titles...

He attended Cal State Fullerton from 1996 to 1998. In 1998 Aaron earned All American honors, before being selected by the Chicago White Sox in the first round (35th pick) of the 1998 amateur draft. California State University, Fullerton (CSUF), often referred to as Fullerton State or Cal State Fullerton, is a part of the California State University System. ...

In 2004, Aaron led the American League in home runs for a center fielder with 24.

In 2005 with the White Sox, he had a .270 batting average with 77 runs and 30 doubles. He also hit 13 home runs and stole 16 bases. He has a low amount of patience, as last year he walked just 32 times compared to 116 strikeouts. He had only a .329 on base percentage (OBP) and a .407 slugging percentage (SLG). He also collected 235 total bases. In 2005 at center field, he collected 388 putouts and had only three errors. He had a .978 fielding percentage [1]. In baseball statistics, on base percentage (OBP) (sometimes referred to as on base average (OBA)) is a measure of how often a batter gets to first base for any reason other than a fielding error or a fielders choice. ... In baseball statistics, slugging average (SLG) is a measure of the power of a hitter. ... In baseball statistics, fielding percentage, also known as fielding average, is a measure that reflects the percentage of times a defensive player handles a batted ball properly. ...

The 2005 Chicago White Sox went on to win the World Series. Aaron was noted by manager Ozzie Guillen as a clubhouse leader and an example of the hustle play expected from the team. Aaron captured the hearts of White Sox fans with his all-out play and total commitment to the win column. In the postseason, he had a .267 batting average with 8 runs and 6 doubles. He also walked 4 times and had 1 stolen base.

Philadelphia Phillies

On November 23, 2005, Rowand was traded by the White Sox along with minor league pitchers Gio Gonzalez and Daniel Haigwood to the Philadelphia Phillies for first baseman Jim Thome and approximately $22 million. White Sox fans still discuss whether or not this was a good trade, as Rowand, a hard-nosed team-first player, was immensely popular in Chicago. This is evident as he cleary received the loudest, longest ovation at the World Series ring ceremony, despite the fact that he was no longer with the team.^{[citation needed]} November 23 is the 327th day of the year (328th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar, with 38 days remaining. ... Year 2005 (MMV) was a common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... Major league affiliations National League (1883–present) East Division (1969–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 1, 14, 20, 32, 36, 42 Name Philadelphia Phillies (1883–present) Philadelphia Quakers (1883–1883) (Also referred to as Blue Jays 1943-1945 despite formal name remaining Phillies) Other nicknames Phils, Phightin Phils, Phightins Ballpark... James Howard Jim Thome [TOE-mee] (born August 27, 1970 in Peoria, Illinois) is a Major League Baseball player who currently plays for the Chicago White Sox. ...

On May 11, 2006, in the first inning of a game versus the New York Mets, Rowand made a spectacular play by smashing into the center field fence of Citizens Bank Park face first at full speed in order to reach a ball off the bat of Xavier Nady with the bases loaded, that would otherwise have scored three runs. Rowand suffered a broken nose and severe lacerations to his face. The Phillies won the game, 2-0, in a rain shortened 5-inning game. Rowand, now considered to be a "hero" to the local Phillies fans on the same caliber as Lenny Dykstra (who would constantly "crash" into the outfield walls to catch potential run-scoring plays ironically playing for both the Mets and the Phillies) underwent seven hours of surgery to repair the nose, and was placed on the 15-day disabled list. He returned to the starting lineup on May 26, 2006. Again showing how popular he had been in Chicago, the White Sox Organization set up various oversized get-well cards for Aaron through their concourse during home games in the few weeks following his injury for fans to sign, which were eventually sent to him. is the 131st day of the year (132nd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... Major league affiliations National League (1962–present) East Division (1969–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 14, 37, 41, 42 Name New York Mets (1962–present) Other nicknames The Amazin Mets, The Amazins, The Metropolitans Ballpark Shea Stadium (1964–present) Polo Grounds (1962–1963) Major league titles World Series titles... Citizens Bank Park (informally called The Bank) is a 43,647-seat baseball-only stadium in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that opened on April 3, 2004 and hosted its first regular season baseball game on April 12 of that same year, as the tennants of the facility, the Philadelphia Phillies lost to... Xavier Nady Xavier Clifford Nady (born November 14, 1978 in Carmel, California) is a Major League Baseball outfielder with the New York Mets. ... Leonard Kyle (Lenny) Dykstra (born February 10, 1963 in Santa Ana, California, also known as Nails[1]) is a former Major League Baseball outfielder. ... The New York Mets are a Major League Baseball team based in the borough of Queens in New York City. ... The Philadelphia Phillies are a Major League Baseball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. ... is the 146th day of the year (147th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ...

On August 21, 2006, in a game at the Chicago Cubs, Rowand collided with second baseman Chase Utley and broke his ankle. He was on the disabled list the remainder of the regular season. is the 233rd day of the year (234th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... Major league affiliations National League (1876–present) Central Division (1994–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 10, 14, 23, 26, 42 Name Chicago Cubs (1902–present) Chicago Orphans (1898-1901) Chicago Colts (1890-1897) Chicago White Stockings (1870-1889) (a. ... Chase Cameron Utley (born December 17, 1978) is a Major League Baseball second baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies. ...

On July 1, 2007 Rowand was selected to the 2007 MLB All-Star Game in San Francisco. In the bottom of the 9th, bases loaded, 2 outs, and the AL leading 5-4, Rowand flied out to Alex Rios in right field to end the game and gave the American League Home Field Advantage in the 2007 World Series. is the 182nd day of the year (183rd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the AD/CE era. ... Date July 10, 2007 Venue AT&T Park City San Francisco, California Managers American League - Jim Leyland (DET) National League - Tony LaRussa (STL) MVP () Television FOX, Joe Buck, Tim McCarver, Ken Rosenthal (on-field reporter) Attendance First pitch The 2007 Major League Baseball All-Star Game will be the 78th... This page is a candidate for speedy deletion. ... Alexis Israel Rios (born February 18, 1981 in Coffee, Alabama) is a right fielder in Major League Baseball who plays for the Toronto Blue Jays. ...

Personal Life

In 2002 he was injured in a motorcycle accident. He shattered his left collarbone, broke two ribs and suffered a punctured lung. For album titles with the same name, see 2002 (album). ... A variety of parked motorcycles A motorcycle or motorbike is a single-track, two-wheeled motor vehicle powered by an engine. ...

He is married to Marianne and has two children, Tatum and McKay, residing in Pennsylvania. Rowand is the first cousin of Tampa Bay Devil Rays pitcher, James Shields. Capital Harrisburg Largest city Philadelphia Area  Ranked 33rd  - Total 46,055 sq mi (119,283 km²)  - Width 280 miles (455 km)  - Length 160 miles (255 km)  - % water 2. ... Major league affiliations American League (1998–present) East Division (1998–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 12, 42 Name Tampa Bay Devil Rays (1998–present) Other nicknames The D-Rays, The Rays Ballpark Tropicana Field (1998–present) Major league titles World Series titles (0) none AL Pennants (0) none Division titles... James Shields (May 10, 1810 – June 1, 1879) was an American politician and U.S. Army officer who was born in Altmore, County Tyrone, Ireland. ...

External links

• Baseball-Reference.com - Major league career statistics