Additionally, you can subscribe to Baseball America's newsletter and receive all of our rankings, analysis, prospect insight & more delivered to your inbox every day. “Ever since I was little, he always emphasized defense,” Dunand said. It kind of added something to my college experience that I didn’t expect.”. Two suspects cuffed in kidnapping of Alex Rodriguez's distant relative in car sale gone wrong. (The draft is) not a worry I have.”. At N.C. State, Dunand has spent time at third base and shortstop. But like other high-profile draft prospects, he’s leaving the draft pressure for others to worry about. Cynthia filed for divorce from him for marital misconduct, extramarital affairs, and emotional neglect. “It was a cool experience. “First of all, to be 6-2 and a big-bodied shortstop, to be able to play it as nimbly as he plays it . The 2017 second-rounder shows natural power to the opposite field, giving the shortstop a carrying tool on his journey to Miami. He also wants to lead N.C. State deep into postseason play. The former baseball pro’s sister, Susy Dunand, shared some … El padre de Dunand, Joe Sr., es el medio hermano de A-Rod. Brother Nick played baseball at Southwest Minnesota State, Brother Tripp played baseball at Webber International for four years. Dad Greg played football and wrestled at North Carolina State. Dunand para quienes no lo conocen es sobrino del ex pelotero dominicano de las Grandes Ligas, Alex Rodriguez. And this year, after battling through some early season struggles, Dunand’s raw power has translated more to game power, with 16 homers and a robust .289/.366/.626 slash line at the end of the regular season. El sobrin de Alex Rodriguez, Joe Dunand, supera sus numeros puesto en LIDOM desde el 1994, con solo 55 turnos al bate. As a senior in high school in 2014, the Cleveland Indians selected Dunand in the 35th round of the 2014 draft. Dunand is 6-foot-2 and 205 pounds and is an aggressive hitter with above-average raw power from the right side of the plate. If you’re not balanced you’re not going to be able to hit the ball.’ Those are the two main things I take away when we work together.”. Just from what everyone is saying I will move over to third, but I think I can play both just as easily.”. Dad Bud played baseball for Florida Southern, Dad Blake played baseball at Southern Arkansas. His nephew, Joe Dunand, still hasn’t taken a swing in the majors, but he may have given everyone a … Sister Kelli was a three-time gymnastics state champion. The Miami Marlins concluded the first day of the MLB draft by selecting Joe Dunand, a Miami native who is the nephew of Alex Rodriguez. ¿Has notado el parecido físico entre Alex Rodriguez y Joe Dunand? Avent praised his development while in Raleigh. VER EL VIDEO DE ESTE PALO DE JOE DUNAND AL FINAL DEL CONTENIDO DE ESTE ARTICULO. Brother Hector plays soccer for the Puerto Rican national team. Alex Rodriguez's nephew, Joe Dunand, was selected with the 51st overall pick in the MLB draft by the Miami Marlins. My name is Dan Zielinski III and I have something to say. Dunand credits a more disciplined approach as a reason for that improvement, but he admits he still needs to refine his defensive game in order to stick at shortstop—the biggest knock scouts have on him. Leadership Christian Academy, Guaynabo, P.R. “I’ve always emphasized my defense,” Dunand said. “I have a lot of work to do,” Dunand said. “Sometimes my at-bats don’t go like I hope so,” Dunand said. Alex Rodriguez was born on July 27, 1975, in New York City, to Victor Rodriguez and Lourdes Navarro, who were Dominican immigrants. “Defense will keep you on the field,” he’s told him. Look at Dunand closely enough—and listen to him talk—and you might even pick up on a slight resemblance. According to the Miami Herald, Rodriguez's nephew Joe Dunand hit eight consecutive home runs for Gulliver Prep in a high-school tournament in Scottsdale, Ariz. Career statistics and player information from Baseball-Reference (Minors) “He’s one of the greatest minds and greatest players in history,” Dunand said. Dunand passed on the opportunity to turn pro, enrolling at North Carolina State in fall 2014. And when Dunand texts A-Rod, A-Rod texts back. All rights reserved. Click here to get started. This spring, Dunand is off to a hot start, hitting .304 with three home runs and five RBIs with two errors at shortstop in 13 games. Your email address will not be published. With his junior season underway, Dunand hopes to continue to show improvement this spring. to compete in the College World Series),” Dunand said. “He’s one of the greatest minds and greatest players in history,” Dunand said. sister Jessia plays softball and track at Louisville, Dad Jeremey reached Double-A in Phillies organization, Dad Mike played baseball at Evansville, mom Shannon played tennis at Evansville, Dad Tom was on the U.S. water polo team, went to Fresno State, Dad Mitch played football at Georgia Tech/Auburn. “I think Joe Dunand has grown so much,” Avent said. . El sobrin de Alex Rodriguez, Joe Dunand, supera sus numeros puesto en LIDOM desde el 1994, con solo 55 turnos al bate. The nephew of Alex Rodriguez, Dunand has been a three-year starter at N.C. State, playing third base as a freshman and shortstop the next two seasons. For the most part, Dunand has found that to be true. “Right when he walked in, there was kind of this aura about him where we knew it was big-time,” righthander Johnny Piedmonte said. Dunand’s uncle is former New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez. The one who played for the Yankees all those years, the one who’s been linked to singer Jennifer Lopez. Alex’s mother worked two jobs to keep the family of four afloat. Yes, that Alex Rodriguez. I think hitting will always come with it. The Top 10 prospects in the Miami Marlins' farm system. MIAMI -- Miami ballplaying legend Alex Rodriguez didn’t make it to the game here Wednesday to see whether his nephew Joe Dunand could possibly extend his … “Hitting will take care of itself.”. North Carolina State shortstop Joe Dunand (right) hung out at the 2015 ESPYs with his uncle Alex Rodriguez and NFL Hall of Famer Brett Favre (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images). ... Sources close to the former Yankee said Rodriguez's half-brother, Joe Dunand… His teammates, too, have benefited from sharing a locker room with him. Lucas Secondary School, London, Ont. As a sophomore last year with N.C. State, Dunand hit .297 with four home runs and 41 RBIs. “I love playing shortstop,” Dunand said. Alex didn’t communicate with Victor for 23 years before they met in 2003 at Texas Rangers game. Victor is A-Rod’s brother from his dad’s marriage to Pouppe Martinez. A report card for the Miami Marlins 2017 MLB Draft picks. According to a 2020 report by Rick Thomas, Dunand’s indoctrination to the game began early. He’s gotten better as a runner, he’s gotten better at everything he does. Brother Mitchell pitched at Alabama-Huntsville where he is currently a student assistant coach. Westminster Christian School, Palmetto Bay, Fla. Dad Mervyl played baseball at Bethune-Cookman and is the head coach at Florida International. He is an investor in the NRG Esports team. From Dunand’s earliest years, he enjoyed an enviable degree of intimacy, not just with “Tio Alex,” but also with the MLB, according to the New York Daily News. Mom Lisa was a junior olympics gymnast, Brother Clate pitched at Clemson and with the Tigers organization, Dad Mike played baseball at North Alabama, Dad Joe played baseball and basketball in college; grandfather and uncle (Brooks White) played in the Reds organization, Dad Tim played baseball at Milligan College. I know the power and average will take care of itself. NC State SS Joe Dunand had the opportunity to share the moment with an uncle who is no stranger to the MLB draft process: Former baseball great Alex Rodriguez. Last summer, Dunand participated in the prestigious Cape Cod League, playing against elite college talent from around the country. Joe Dunand has just grown in so many facets.”. Mother Cindy played softball at San Jose State, Dad Scott played football at North Carolina State and was drafted by the Saints. The 47-year-old songstress has already met members of new beau Alex Rodriguez‘s family. “Individually, I just want to be a leader for this team. I look to them to keep me focused. I’m just going to try and take as much information I can from him.”. Lourdes was a secretary at the local immigration office and also waited tables at a restaurant. He also has respectable arm strength and believes his defense is his biggest strength. “Alex has been a guiding light for Joe,” said his father, Joe Dunand Sr., who is A-Rod’s half-brother. Both parents played college tennis, sister Madison is on the U17 women's national soccer team and committed to Notre Dame, Dad James played baseball at Baylor. February 12, 2021: SS Joe Dunand assigned to Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. Dunand has embraced his roots, leaning on Rodriguez for advice and guidance. Alex Rodriguez hit 696 home runs during his major league baseball career. Dad Clifton played soccer for the US National Team. I’m just going to try and take as much information I can from him.” Dunand has embraced his roots, leaning on Rodriguez for advice and guidance. According to a 2020 report by Rick Thomas, Dunand’s indoctrination to the game began early. The former shortstop grew up alongside his older half-siblings Joe Dunand and Suzy Dunand. The Miami Marlins used their second round pick, the 51st overall selection, to draft North Carolina State infielder Joe Dunand Jr. Joe has a very famous uncle: Alex Rodriguez. “Alex has been very frank. “I think we have a great squad. It’s just a consistency thing, which I’m getting back into. Mom Kaleka played soccer at Colorado, Dad Larry played for the Orioles from 1984-1990, Tigers from 1991-92, Mariners in 1993, Dad Derek played baseball at Indiana State, Dad William played baseball at Paris (Texas) JC, Dad Matt played basketball at UC San Diego, Dad Daniel played basketball at Castleton State. Mom Cindy was the first woman to play three sports at Williamsport High. Archbishop McCarthy HS, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. He also committed 12 errors defensively. The former New York Yankees third baseman shared a … Welcome to my website, The 3rd Man In. The 6-foot-2, 205-pound shortstop is A-Rod’s nephew—a powerful righthanded-hitting slugger like his uncle. Joe Durand, nephew of Alex Rodriguez takes batting practice from director Jose Martinez, at Baseball Made Simple Academy. Brother Matt played baseball at Harvard. “The hitting side, he’s always told me to keep my balance. Dunand made the transition from shortstop to full-time third baseman in August … This is where I dish out my own perspective on what's happening in the world of sports! SS Joe Dunand assigned to Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. In the second round of the 2017 MLB draft, the Miami Marlins selected SS/3B Joe Dunand out of North Carolina State University.. Dunand is the nephew of all-time great, Alex Rodriguez… You know can swing it, but you can’t hit the ball if you don’t see it. “I think it’s mental. He started 57 games as a freshman at third base in 2015 despite hitting just .219/.289/.381. “Even my dad, he’s like a sponge with him, too. Unlike Rodriguez, who played only 17 games with the Suns in 1994 before the Seattle Mariners promoted him to the big leagues just three weeks shy of his 19th birthday, Dunand … He didn’t work on anything specifically during the off-season and hopes to display better dependability offensively as a junior this season with N.C. State. Brother Henry has spent seven years in minors. Dunand is the nephew of New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez, and the two share a close bond over baseball. . Sister Taylor played basketball at Colorado State and Sioux Falls. A trio of pitching prospects (J.B. Bukauskas, Bryse Wilson, Adonis Medina) turn in masterful pitching performances. “Everyone on this team has potential and can be a draft prospect,” Dunand said. Mom Aixa played softball at Central Florida, Grandfather Donald Piper was awarded the Welsh Cap for rugby (All-American equivalent); brother Brendan plays at Corona (Calif.) High, Stanford signee, Dad Kenny played baseball at Hawaii where he was a 1993 All-American. Dad Genaro played in minors for Pirates and Rangers. Dunand is the nephew of all-time great, Alex Rodriguez, and his raw power and arm strength have left many comparing him to his superstar uncle. They had two daughters together: Natasha and Ella. Joe Dunand receives advice from Alex Rodriguez. North Carolina State shortstop Joe Dunand (right) hung out at the 2015 ESPYs with his uncle Alex Rodriguez and NFL Hall of Famer Brett Favre (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images) Dunand’s uncle is former New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez. That’s what I look to do on this team.”, Pingback: Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Astros, Jays, Cubs, Bucs, Nats - MLB Trade Rumors, Pingback: Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Astros, Jays, Cubs, Bucs, Nats – Kelvin Cox, Your email address will not be published. And there’s a lot of pressure that goes with being the nephew of Alex Rodriguez—and some of the things he hears on the road—and I just think everything Joe does, he’s a great teammate. The family owned a shoe store and lived behind that store. A-Rod. (Harbus for News) “As a team, I’d love to go to Omaha, (Neb. Dunand's uncle is Alex Rodriguez. “Being able to have that resource is amazing for me. Uncles are former LSU stars Ben McDonald, the No. Great grandfather Lloyd played professional baseball for the Pensacola Flyers. 1 overall pick in 1989, and Brett Laxton, 1993 Freshman of the Year who threw 16-strikeout shutout in 1993 College World Series championship game. Sister Andie played softball at Purdue, Dad Doug played baseball at Hillsdale College, Brother James was a redshirt freshman QB for Clemson in 2016, Brother Brandon is a freshman on William & Mary's baseball team, Dad John played college baseball at Harding, Cousins are Kentucky/NBA star Chuck Hayes and Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman, Brother Grant plays baseball at Pepperdine, Grandfather played basketball at Union College, Mom Laura played field hockey and lacrosse at Lafayette. In his sophomore year, after sliding over to shortstop, his bat started to come around, producing a .297/.345/.424 line. He is indeed the nephew of three-time AL MVP Alex Rodriguez. Dad Wayne was drafted by the White Sox in 1988, Dad Luis had a 19-year MLB career and was a five-time all-star, Dad Gary played eight big league seasons and has spent many years as a scout. Alex Rodriguez will hit zero home runs this year, or nine fewer than his nephew had this weekend. Pedro Martinez is second cousin. Joseph Dunand Jr. is the son of Joseph Dunand Sr, the half brother of one Alex Rodriguez, the 16th best player to ever lace up a pair of cleats in terms of career WAR. He’s one of the best players ever, so I’m a lucky guy.”. N.C. State coach Elliott Avent, who also coached Rafael Palmeiro’s son Preston the last three seasons, said that Dunand has handled the draft limelight—and the attention that comes with his bloodlines—admirably. Everything takes care of itself. Both pitched in the major leagues. As a child, Dunand was a regular visitor to Yankee camps and clubhouses. “All the time—I’ll text him, call him if I ever need anything,” said Dunand, whose father Joe Dunand Sr. is A-Rod’s half-brother. Brother John played pro hockey and is now the baseball coach at Salisbury. Uncle Mark Carrier was first-round NFL draft pick out of Southern California and a three-time Pro Bowl safety for the Chicago Bears. He is an officer of the US Air Force. A post shared by Joe Dunand (@joedunand) on Jul 23, 2017 at 8:55am PDT Rodriguez has always had a close relationship with Joe Dunand, the son of Rodriguez’s half-brother Joseph. Mom Jen played volleyball at Baylor. I think it’s the little things, like being an example and a leader. Later played in the Pirates system. “It’s awesome [to have Rodriguez as an uncle],” said Dunand. “That is what got me to play as a freshman (at N.C. State). Rodriguez was with Dunand … Dad Tyler ran college track at Western Ontario. “I’m making some silly mistakes at short right now, but that’s one of my dreams—to play shortstop.”. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. Joe Dunand Jr. (right), with N.C. State teammate Brock Deatherage AP “It feels like just yesterday he was down in Tampa or at Yankee Stadium, and I … Joe Dunand conectó un jonrón de dos carreras al jardín izquierdo para darle la victoria a los Marlins. 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