Jimmy Rollins, American professional baseball player. Achievements include leading the National League in: stolen bases (46), 2001; at-bats, 2001, 2002, 2007, 2009; triples, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2007; runs (139), 2007; having the eighth longest hitting-streak in MLB history (38 games), 2005-2006; being a member of the World Series Championship winning Philadelphia Phillies, 2008. Honorary chairman Easter Seals, 2004; active Philadelphia Action Team.
Background
Rollins, Jimmy was born on November 27, 1978 in Oakland, California, United States. Son of James and Gigi Rollins.
Career
Shortstop Philadelphia Phillies, since 2000. Owner Bay Sluggas Inc. Member United States national team World Baseball Classic, 2009.
Achievements
Membership
Honorary chairman Easter Seals, 2004. Active Philadelphia Action Team.
Co-recipient Netherlands Cool Papa Bell award, Negro League Hall of Fame. Named National League Most Valuable Player, Major League Baseball, 2007, Most Outstanding Pro Athlete, Philadelphia SportsWriters Association, 2008. Named to National League All-Star Team, Major League Baseball, 2001, 2002, 2005.
Recipient Gold Glove award, 2007-2009, Silver Slugger award, 2007, Oscar Charleston Legacy award, Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, 2008.
Co-recipient Netherlands Cool Papa Bell award, Negro League Hall of Fame. Named National League Most Valuable Player, Major League Baseball, 2007, Most Outstanding Pro Athlete, Philadelphia SportsWriters Association, 2008. Named to National League All-Star Team, Major League Baseball, 2001, 2002, 2005.