Ben Zobrist is a giving man.
From 2006 to 2019, Zobrist, 44, earned millions of dollars playing for four MLB clubs. The Eureka, Illinois, native earned his way into World Series play three times in three different clubs.
World Series MVP Zobrist Supports Teen Athletes Facing Significant Pressures
After an all-star 14-season MLB career, Ben Zobrist now steers a nonprofit assisting young athletes experiencing mental and emotional challenges.
Former Chicago Cub Ben Zobrist reacts before throwing out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Sept. 8, 2023. Michael Reaves/Getty Images
Donald Laible
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Don has covered pro baseball for several decades, beginning in the minor leagues as a radio broadcaster in the NY Mets organization. His Ice Chips & Diamond Dust blog ran from 2012-2020 at uticaod.com. His baseball passion surrounds anything concerning the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum and writing features on the players and staff of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Don currently resides in southwest Florida.
