Yankees celebrate Jorge Posada's 56th birthday on August 17
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Jorge Posada, former New York Yankees catcher, turns 56 today. Posada played for the Yankees from 1995 to 2011, winning four World Series titles. He made a significant impact on the team, contributing to the Yankees' playoff success and memorable moments, including a standout game against the Texas Rangers and key hits in postseason play. As fans remember his legacy, highlights from his career continue to resonate within the franchise’s history.
- •Posada was born on August 17, 1970, in Santurce, Puerto Rico.
- •He won World Series titles with the Yankees in 1996, 1998, 1999, and 2000.
- •Posada is celebrated for his memorable performances, including key playoff moments.
- •He recorded significant achievements during his tenure, which lasted 16 years.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees Birthday of the Day: Jorge Posada
"One of the “Core Four” turns 56 years old today.
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