Joe Girardi is a true athletic powerhouse. He has grown from a little-known journeyman catcher into a true leader – universally liked and respected, known for being well-spoken, intelligent and a world-class athlete and manager. Girardi made his Major League Baseball debut in 1989 and participated in 15 seasons as a catcher in the Major Leagues with the Chicago Cubs, Colorado Rockies, St. Louis Cardinals and New York Yankees. In 2005, Girardi accepted the manager position for the Florida Marlins, guiding them to a surprising Wild Card contention. In 2007, Girardi became manager of the Yankees, leading them to their 40th AL pennant and their 27th World Series title in 2009.