Wade Boggs Quotes

A collection of quotes by Wade Boggs.

Wade Boggs is a former professional baseball player who was born on June 15, 1958, in Omaha, Nebraska. He played as a third baseman in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, and Tampa Bay Devil Rays. Boggs had an illustrious career, known for his exceptional hitting skills and consistent performance.

Boggs was a prolific batter and a seven-time batting champion, earning five of those titles with the Red Sox and two with the Yankees. He was a key contributor to the Red Sox during the 1980s, known for his distinct ritual of writing the Hebrew word "Chai" (meaning "life") in the batter’s box before each at-bat. In 18 seasons in the MLB, Boggs amassed an impressive .328 career batting average.

During his career, Wade Boggs was selected to the All-Star game 12 times and helped lead the Red Sox to the World Series in 1986. He eventually won his only World Series title in 1996 as a member of the New York Yankees. Known for his disciplined approach at the plate, Boggs was admired for his ability to make consistent contact and hit for high average.

Wade Boggs was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2005 and his number 26 has been retired by the Boston Red Sox. He remains one of the most respected and accomplished hitters in the history of Major League Baseball.