Quick Info
| Profession | Former professional baseball player, manager, and coach |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 20/04/1961 |
| Age | 65 years |
| Birthplace | Evansville, Indiana, U.S. |
Latest News about Don Mattingly
28/04/2026
Don Mattingly was named interim manager of the Philadelphia Phillies after the club dismissed Rob Thomson. He had joined the Phillies earlier in 2026 as bench coach following three seasons in the same role with the Toronto Blue Jays. The move came after a long coaching and managing career in Major League Baseball, including stints with the Dodgers and Marlins.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Donald Arthur Mattingly |
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| Nickname | Donnie Baseball |
| Also Known As | The Hit Man |
| Known For | Playing first base for the New York Yankees and later managing in Major League Baseball |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
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| Weight | 175 lb (79 kg) |
| Bats | Left |
| Throws | Left |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Reitz Memorial High School |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Children | 3 sons |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Lori Mattingly |
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| Former Spouse | Kim Sexton |
Family
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Career
| Playing Career | New York Yankees (1982–1995) |
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| Positions | First baseman |
| MLB Draft | 1979, New York Yankees, Round 19, Pick 493 |
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Style Quotient
| Signature Trait | Left-handed batter and thrower |
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| Playing Style | Contact hitter with strong defense at first base |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Won nine Gold Glove Awards, the second most by a first baseman. | |
| 2. Played his entire Major League career with the New York Yankees. | |
| 3. Hit over .300 in each season from 1984 through 1989. | |
| 4. Served as a coach and manager after his playing career. |