John Olerud and Eric Hinske celebrate their birthdays today
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 4:17 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
John Olerud celebrates his 58th birthday today. Born in Seattle, he played for the Toronto Blue Jays, where he had a notable career as a key player and contributed to Toronto’s 1992 and 1993 World Series titles. He finished his career with impressive stats, including a standout 1993 season, during which he hit.363 with 24 home runs. Eric Hinske, also celebrating his birthday today, is known for his time with the Blue Jays and contributions to their 2004 playoff run. Both players have left a lasting impact on the franchise's history.
- •John Olerud turns 58 years old today.
- •He played for the Blue Jays and contributed to two World Series wins.
- •Olerud had a remarkable 1993 season with a.363 batting average.
- •Eric Hinske also has a birthday today, recognized for his playoff contributions.
- •Both players are celebrated figures in Blue Jays history.
- 4:17 PMYahoo Sports — Happy Birthday John Olerud and Eric Hinske
"Today marks John Olerud’s 58th birthday. John Olerud, born in Seattle, Washington, followed his father’s path—his father also named John—who played catcher for Washington State University and reached Triple-A in professional baseball. Olerud Jr. was picked by the Blue Jays in the third round of the 1989 draft out of Washington State, where he stood […]
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