Jonathan Robert Papelbon, American professional baseball player. Achievements include holding record for most Saves thrown by a rookie pitcher in his first month, 2006. Named to American League All-Star Team, Major League Baseball, 2006-2009; recipient Closer of Year award, MLB.com, 2007, Doctor of Humane Letters Delivery Man of Year award, 2007. Spokesman Hood Red Sox Kids Nation, 2007.
Background
Papelbon, Jonathan Robert was born on November 23, 1980 in Baton Rouge. Son of John and Sheila Papelbon.
Named to American League All-Star Team, Major League Baseball, 2006-2009. Recipient Closer of Year award, MLB.com, 2007, Doctor of Humane Letters Delivery Man of Year award, 2007.
Named to American League All-Star Team, Major League Baseball, 2006-2009. Recipient Closer of Year award, MLB.com, 2007, Doctor of Humane Letters Delivery Man of Year award, 2007.