Biography - A Short Wiki
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Steve Garvey is a well-known former professional baseball player from America. He played on the team of Los Angeles Dodgers in Major League Baseball as a first baseman. He was popularly known as “Mr. Clean” because of his wholesome image during his career in baseball. Garvey holds the National League record for consecutive games played (1,207).
Career Highlights
Read about Steve Garvey's career and accomplishments in the following section.
Garvey started his professional basketball career in 1968 when the Los Angeles Dodgers drafted him in the 1st round of the MLB draft. At the age of 20, he made his Major League debut. Initially, he played as a pinch hitter and scored his first hit off Denny Lemaster of the Houston Astros. He scored his first home run in a game against Montreal Expos in 1970.
Family and Personal Life
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Garvey has been married twice. His first wife was Cyndy Garvey, whom he married in 1971. After staying together for twelve years, the couple divorced in 1983. Later, he got married to Candace Garvey in 1989. He has five children; Olivia Garvey, Slade Garvey, Ryan Steven Patrick Garvey, Whitney Garvey, Krisha Garvey, Sean Garvey.
| Wife's/Spouse's Name | Candace Garvey (m. 1989), Cyndy Garvey (m. 1971–1983) |
|---|---|
| Children/Kids | Yes (Olivia Garvey, Slade Garvey, Ryan Steven Patrick Garvey, Whitney Garvey, Krisha Garvey, Sean Garvey) |
| Boyfriend/Girlfriend (Dating) | N/A |
| Civil Status | Married |
Nationality, Net Worth and Other Facts
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| Full/Real Name | Steven Patrick Garvey |
|---|---|
| Gender (Biological) | Male |
| Age (as of today) | 74 years |
| Date of Birth | December 22, 1948 |
| Place of Birth | Tampa, Florida, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 1.78 m, 5 feet 10 inches |
| Weight | 84 kg, 185 lbs |
| Net Worth / Wealth | $6 million |
| Occupation | Former Professional Baseball Player |
Height, Weight, and Age
Steve Garvey's height is above average measuring 1.78 m. Steve Garvey weighs 84 kg. Being born on December 22, 1948, translates to an age of 74 years as of todays date (July 16, 2023).
Quotes
We all obviously need others to look up to, and be inspirational to us. Ford did a great job as far as putting the presidency back where it belonged, getting the trust back after Nixon. And President Reagan has been one of the most influential presidents.
Steve Garvey
My relationships are based on personal reciprocity. Being a Dodger was a matter of heart, but in the end I felt they didn’t want me.
Steve Garvey
I always thought of my career as a body of work and not just about numbers.
Steve Garvey
You must be passionate, you must dedicate yourself, and you must be relentless in the pursuit of your goals. If you do, you will be successful.
Steve Garvey
The difference between the old ballplayer and the new ballplayer is the jersey. The old ballplayer cared about the name on the front. The new ballplayer cares about the name on the back.
Steve Garvey
