Doug Rader, Date of Birth, Place of Birth

    

Doug Rader

American baseball player

Date of Birth: 30-Jul-1944

Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, United States

Profession: baseball player

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Leo


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About Doug Rader

  • Douglas Lee Rader (born July 30, 1944), nicknamed "The Red Rooster", is a former third baseman in Major League Baseball who was known primarily for his defensive ability, winning five straight Gold Glove Awards from 1970 to 1974. Rader's career lasted from 1967 to 1977, playing for the Houston Astros, San Diego Padres, and Toronto Blue Jays, then later managed the Texas Rangers, Chicago White Sox, and California Angels between 1983 and 1991. Also nicknamed "Rojo", Rader earned his nickname "The Red Rooster" from the thick head of red hair which always protruded from under his cap.
  • Rader attended Glenbrook North High School in Northbrook, Illinois, and Illinois Wesleyan University.

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