Joe Mauer, American professional baseball player. Achievements include leading the American League in: batting average, 2006, 2008, 2009; becoming the first American League catcher to win a batting title, 2006.
Background
Mauer, Joe was born on April 19, 1983 in St. Paul. Son of Jake and Teresa Mauer.
Named American League Most Valuable Player, Baseball Writers Association America, 2009. Named to American League All-Star Team, Major League Baseball, 2006, 2008-2010. Recipient American League Silver Slugger award, 2006, 2008-2010, American League Gold Glove award, 2008-2010, Sid Mercer-Dick Young Player of Year award, Baseball Writers Association America, 2009.
Named American League Most Valuable Player, Baseball Writers Association America, 2009. Named to American League All-Star Team, Major League Baseball, 2006, 2008-2010. Recipient American League Silver Slugger award, 2006, 2008-2010, American League Gold Glove award, 2008-2010, Sid Mercer-Dick Young Player of Year award, Baseball Writers Association America, 2009.