Rod Correia

Rod Correia, born in 1967, was a professional baseball player who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the 1990s. He played primarily as a position player from his debut on June 20, 1993, until his final appearance on September 16, 1995. Over the course of his brief career, Correia participated in 84 games, where he recorded 43 hits, achieved a batting average of .259, and contributed 12 RBIs. Though he did not hit any home runs, he showcased his speed on the bases with 2 stolen bases. Correia's playing style was characterized by his versatility and ability to make contact, reflecting the transitional period of Major League Baseball as it moved away from the power-focused approach of the late 1980s and early 1990s. While his career was relatively short, he was part of a generation of players who contributed to the evolving landscape of the game during an era marked by significant changes, including the dawn of the steroid era. After retiring, Correia's contributions to the teams he played for have been remembered by fans and historians alike, highlighting the importance of every player in the rich tapestry of baseball history.