Mike Greenwell

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the MLB affiliation?Boston Red Sox (1985–1996)
2. What is the international baseball experience?Played seven games for the Hanshin Tigers in Japan (1997) before retiring
3. What position did Mike Greenwell play for the Boston Red Sox?Mike Greenwell was a left fielder for the Boston Red Sox.
4. Why was Mike Greenwell called "the Gator"?He earned the nickname because of his aggressive play, quick reflexes, and strong throwing arm.

Left Fielder: An outfield position in baseball responsible for defending the left side of the outfield.
American League Most Valuable Player (MVP): An annual award recognizing the most valuable player in Major League Baseball's American League.
Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB): The highest level of professional baseball in Japan, comprising two leagues.