Carlos Pena
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Carlos Pena
Carlos Felipe Peñais a Dominican–American former professional baseball first baseman. He played in Major League Baseballfor the Texas Rangers, Oakland Athletics, Detroit Tigers, Boston Red Sox, Tampa Bay Devil Rays/Rays, Chicago Cubs, Houston Astros and Kansas City Royals...
ProfessionBaseball Player
Date of Birth17 May 1978
summer kissing first-kiss
I was 13 and at summer camp when I had my first kiss.
soccer growing-up dad
Growing up with my dad, whenever I wanted to try something, he would let me try it but he wouldn't let me give up on it. If soccer was too tough and I said, 'I'm going to quit,' he'd be like, 'No, you're going to try everything and keep going at it'.
fun cheerleading goal
Here's the thing, back in the day, a lot of guys would make fun of me, that I would sing and dance, that I was a cheerleader. But I kept my head on straight. I had goals.
enjoying enjoyment teammates thinking whatever
I'm not thinking about that. Whatever happens, happens. I'm enjoying my teammates and enjoying my team.
teacher drama inspire
I had one drama teacher who was amazing, Ms. Perkins. She really tried to inspire me and get me going.