Alexander Emmanuel Rodriguez (born July 27, 1975), nicknamed "A-Rod", is an American former professional baseball shortstop and third baseman who played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB).
He played seven seasons with Seattle Mariners, three seasons with the Texas Rangers and twelve seasons with the New York Yankees. Rodriguez began his professional career as one of the sport's most highly touted prospects, and is considered to be one of the greatest baseball players of all time.
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez are bringing the star power back to Star Island.Last week, reports indicated that the superstar couple had purchased a $40 million waterfront estate on Star Island, the super-exclusive celebrity haven in Miami.
According to TMZ, current residents are beyond ecstatic, believing that their property values might now skyrocket and increase their bottom line."Star Island residents believe J-Rod's arrival will bring back the lure, luster and celeb status the area's been lacking lately," TMZ said.Among those who call Star Island home are Diddy and Gloria Estefan.
Jeff Bezos is reportedly eyeing two multimillion dollar properties there, as well. The sheen, though, has slightly worn off of the island of late,.
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