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Miguel Tejada is a Dominican former professional baseball shortstop who played primarily for the Oakland Athletics, Baltimore Orioles, and Houston Astros. He won the 2002 American League Most Valuable Player (MVP) award with the Athletics after hitting 34 home runs and driving in 131 runs. Over his 16-season career in Major League Baseball, Tejada was a six-time All-Star and amassed over 2,400 hits. His career later became embroiled in controversy regarding performance-enhancing drugs, which led to a suspension in 2009.
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Which team did Miguel Tejada represent when he won the 2002 MVP award?
Miguel Tejada won the American League Most Valuable Player award in 2002 as a member of the Oakland Athletics. That season he hit 34 home runs and drove in 131 runs.
What position did Miguel Tejada play?
Tejada was primarily a shortstop. His value came from combining offensive production with the demanding defensive responsibilities of an everyday middle infielder.
Which MLB teams did Miguel Tejada play for?
His major stops included the Oakland Athletics, Baltimore Orioles, and Houston Astros. He also played for other clubs later in his career, but those three teams define much of his peak period.
Did Miguel Tejada play in the 2005 World Series?
Yes, Tejada played for the Houston Astros during the 2005 season, when the club reached the World Series. Houston lost that Series to the Chicago White Sox.
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