Gary Antonian Sheffield (born November 18, 1968) is an American former professional baseball outfielder who played in Major League Baseball for eight teams from 1988 to 2009. In retirement, he is a sports agent.

Gary Sheffield, born on November 18, 1968, in Tampa, Florida, is a former professional baseball outfielder and third baseman renowned for his powerful swing and versatility on the field. Over a 22-season Major League Baseball (MLB) career, he played for eight teams, earning nine All-Star selections and a World Series championship.

Gary Sheffield was one of the most feared right-handed bats in baseball during his two-decade career in the big leagues. This is his story.

During a 22-year major-league career (1988-2009), the powerful right-handed batter hit 509 home runs, scored 1,636 runs, drove in 1,676, was a nine-time All Star, and finished in the top 10 in MVP voting six times. But Sheffield’s personality was as explosive as his bat, and he carried a large chip on his shoulder.

The Florida Marlins ’ star outfielder, Gary Sheffield, is one who could win the Triple Crown. In 1992, while playing for the San Diego Padres, he tapped some of his Triple Crown potential when he led the National League with a .330 average, adding 33 HRs and 100 RBIs.