Alcides Escobar
By Olivia Humphrey
~Before Going Pro~
- Born on 12-16-86 in La Sabana, Venezuela
- Started playing baseball at four years old
- Idolized Omar Vizquel throughout childhood and teen years
~Family~
- Ex-Wife - Leury Escobar
- Daughter (Pictured: Left)
- Current wife - Francys Escobar
- Cousin - Kelvim Escobar (MLB pitcher)
~Baseball Career~
- Used to play for Milwaukee Brewers
- Currently shortstop for the Kansas City Royals
- Uniform number: 2
~Pre-Game Food~
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
A healthy meal with great amounts of carbohydrates and some protein that should be eaten three to four hours before the big game.
Healthy Cereal with Fruits
A nutritious cereal with skim milk and small fruits and/or nuts on top that should be eaten two to three hours before a game.
Bagel with Low-Fat Cream Cheese
Some low-fat cream cheese spread on top of a whole wheat bagel will give you the energy boost you need one to two hours before a game.