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Alex Cora Early Lives
Alex was born on October 18, 1975, to his parents, Jose Manuel Cora and Iris Amaro, in Caguas, Puerto Rico. He grew up alongside his brother, Joey Cora, ten years older than him, and his sisters, Lydia and Iris. Baseball was his all-time food when growing up; he found the sport to be breakfast, lunch, and dinner, says his childhood coach Kiko Cordero. His father, Jose, died of colon cancer when Alex was only thirteen. Jose was a coach in the minor leagues of Puerto Rico. He was the reason why Alex fell in love with baseball.
Along with his mother
After his father died, Joey took all responsibility for home on his young shoulders. Not to mention, Joey is another baseball infielder who has played for four major clubs, including San Diego, Chicago White Sox, Seattle, and Cleveland. From now on, he’s working as a mentor for the Pirates.
His mother, Iris, was a school secretary. He also thanks to his mother for growing him up as a solo player. In addition, Alex attended Bautista High School in Caguas and graduated in 1993.
Lydia and Iris, his sisters, are involved in the work of the Church and the society as leaders.
Alex Cora Amateurs Career
He was already chosen for the 1993 Major League Baseball draft by the Minnesota Twins in the twelfth round but decided to play for the University of Miami. During his time in Miami, Alex was named to the College World Series All-Tournament Team in 1995 and 1996. While they lost the title of Louisiana State University, they regained the title in 1996.
Baseball America ranked him the best college defensive player to join the 1996 First-Year Player draft. After that, he was recruited by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third round of the 1996 draft entry. Soon he was traded to play Vero Beach Dodgers, a minor league.
Alex began the 1997 season with the San Antonio Missions in 127 games. He also played parts in 1998, 1999, and 2000 seasons with Albuquerque Dukes playing in 191 games.
