Manny Ramírez is a former professional baseball player from the Dominican Republic, known for his powerful hitting and charismatic personality. He played primarily as an outfielder in Major League Baseball (MLB) for teams like the Cleveland Indians, Boston Red Sox, and Los Angeles Dodgers. Over his 19-year career, he was a 12-time All-Star and won two World Series championships with the Red Sox. Ramírez was recognized for his exceptional batting skills, finishing with a career batting average of .312 and hitting 555 home runs. He was also awarded the American League Most Valuable Player (MVP) in 1999. Despite his success, his career was marred by controversies, including suspensions for performance-enhancing drugs.