Baseball's Rodriguez is a reference to two players, IVAN and ALEX. IVAN Rodriguez, nicknamed 'Pudge' is a former Major League Baseball catcher who played for the Texas Rangers, Detroit Tigers, New York Yankees, Houston Astros, and Washington Nationals. He was a 14-time All-Star, 13-time Gold Glove Award winner, and 7-time Silver Slugger Award winner. ALEX Rodriguez, nicknamed 'A-Rod', is a former Major League Baseball shortstop and third baseman who played for the Seattle Mariners, Texas Rangers, and New York Yankees. He is a 14-time All-Star, 3-time American League MVP, and 10-time Silver Slugger Award winner.