Quick Info
| Profession | Baseball Manager, Former Professional Baseball Player |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 31/05/1972 |
| Age | 54 years |
| Birthplace | Naha, Okinawa, Japan |
Latest News about Dave Roberts
01/06/2025
Dave Roberts led the Los Angeles Dodgers to their fifth World Series championship as manager on June 1, 2025, defeating the Philadelphia Phillies in the final series. This victory cemented his legacy as the first manager of Asian descent to win five World Series titles, surpassing his previous record of four.
15/04/2025
Roberts was named the 2025 NL Manager of the Year by the Baseball Writers Association of America after guiding the Dodgers to a 110-win season and the top spot in the National League West. The award recognized his strategic adjustments and leadership during a season marked by key player injuries and a historic comeback in the playoffs.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | David Ray Roberts |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Doc |
| MLB Player ID | 150353 |
| Current Role | Manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
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| Weight | 190 lb (86 kg) |
| Bats | Right |
| Throws | Right |
Educational Qualification(s)
| University | University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) |
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| Degree | Bachelor's Degree |
Personal Life
| Spouse | Tricia Roberts |
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| Children | Cole Roberts |
| Residence | Los Angeles, California, USA |
Relationships & More
| Father | David Roberts |
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| Son | Cole Roberts |
Family
| Children Count | 1 |
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| Notable Family Member | Cole Roberts (Son) |
Career
| Professional Debut | 07/08/1999 |
|---|---|
| Draft Year | 1994 |
| Draft Team | Detroit Tigers |
| Draft Round | 28 |
| Draft Pick | 781 |
| Playing Career Teams | Detroit Tigers, Florida Marlins, Boston Red Sox, St. Louis Cardinals, New York Mets, San Diego Padres |
| Managerial Career Start | 2016 |
| Managerial Teams | Los Angeles Dodgers |
| World Series Championships as Manager | 2017, 2018, 2020, 2024, 2025 |
| Notable Achievement | First Asian-American manager to win a World Series; First manager of Asian descent to win multiple World Series |
Style Quotient
| Leadership Style | Resilient, Family-oriented, Strategic |
|---|---|
| Public Persona | Inspiring, Accessible, Record-breaking |
Social Media
| https://twitter.com/DodgersManager | |
| https://www.instagram.com/daveroberts_dodgers/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Born in Japan to American parents | |
| 2. Was drafted in the 28th round despite being a standout at UCLA | |
| 3. Made one of the most iconic steals in MLB history during the 2004 ALDS with the Boston Red Sox | |
| 4. Became the first manager of Asian descent to win a World Series in 2017 |