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Jose Manuel Cora Amaro (born May 14, 1965 in Caguas, Puerto Rico) was a baseball player with an 11 year career in the MLB from 1987, 1989-1998. He played for the San Diego Padres of the National League and the Chicago White Sox, Seattle Mariners and Cleveland Indians all of the American League. He played second base, shortstop, third base and designated hitter.

Career as a Player

In college, Cora played for Vanderbilt University. In 1985, he broke into the big leagues in 1987, with only 21 years, when the San Diego Padres drafted him. In 1991, he was traded to the Chicago White Sox where he played for four seasons.

In 1994, he signed with the Seattle Mariners where he would enjoy his most productive seasons at bat. He even established a record for a Mariner with 27 consecutive games hitting safely. In Seattle, he played with fellow Puertorican Edgar Martinez, who is considered by most the best designated hitter in history. In 1997, he was elected to the American League All-Star team.

In 1998, he was traded to the Cleveland Indians, but he barely played due to injuries. He retired soon after.

Career statistics

Through his career, Cora amassed the following statistics:

Hits: 1,035
Doubles: 171
Triples: 41
Home Runs: 30
RBI: 294
Average: .277

Career as a Coach

Following his retirement from play, he was hired by fellow teammate and good friend, Ozzie Guillen as coach. He began coaching in 2003 for the Chicago White Sox. His responsibilities include facilitating the role of third base coach and organizing the team's spring training camps.

He currently manages the Venezuelan Winter League baseball team Tiburones de la Guaira.

Personal life

Joey is the elder brother of another MLB player, Alex Cora, who plays for the Boston Red Sox.

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