Jim Edmonds, also known as "Jimmy Baseball," was born on June 27, 1970 in Fullerton, California. From a young age, he showed a natural talent for baseball and was determined to make a career out of the sport.
Edmonds made his MLB debut on September 9, 1993 for the California Angels. He quickly gained a reputation as a prolific hitter and exceptional center fielder, earning him the nickname "Jimmy Baseball." Throughout his career, he won the Gold Glove award an impressive 8 times.
In 2004, Edmonds made a memorable play in Game 6 of the NLCS, hitting an extra-inning home run that sent the Cardinals to Game 7 of the series. His performance helped the St. Louis Cardinals win the World Series in 2006, marking the first title for the legendary Albert Pujols.
Off the field, Edmonds has had his fair share of ups and downs. He was married to his second wife, Allison Jayne Raski, from 2008 until 2014. He later married Meghan King in 2014. Together, they have three daughters, Lauren, Sutton, and Hayley, as well as three sons, Landon, Hart, and Hayes.
After retiring from professional baseball, Edmonds transitioned into a broadcasting career. In 2013, he became a broadcaster for Fox Sports Midwest, where he continues to share his insights and knowledge of the game with fans.