Alexei Fernando Ramírez Rodriguez is a Cuban professional baseball shortstop for Vegueros de Pinar del Río of the Cuban National Series. He previously played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Chicago White Sox, San Diego Padres and Tampa Bay Rays. His nickname, given to him by former White Sox manager Ozzie Guillén, is "the Cuban Missile" due to his tall, slim physique and combination of speed, power, and strong throwing arm. Ramírez batted and threw right-handed.
Alexei Ramírez, Cuban baseball player
On September 22, in the year 1981, Alexei Ramírez, Cuban baseball player. This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of September 22, one of 440 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Alexei Ramírez. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on September 22, 1981 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 11 April 2026.
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