David Eckstein
Keynote Speaker: 2X World Series MVP David Eckstein; Undersized Infielder Who Became Baseball’s “X Factor”; Author of "Have Heart"
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David Eckstein Biography
David Eckstein is a former Major League Baseball shortstop known for his perseverance and contributions to professional baseball. An infielder for 10 seasons in MLB, Eckstein played college baseball for the University of Florida before competing professionally for the Anaheim Angels, St. Louis Cardinals, Toronto Blue Jays, Arizona Diamondbacks, and San Diego Padres. Standing at 5 feet 7 inches during his playing career, Eckstein was the shortest active player in the league during his tenure.
At the University of Florida, Eckstein was a walk-on player who later earned an athletic scholarship. He became a first-team All-SEC selection, a first-team All-American, a three-time SEC Academic Honor Roll selection, and the first two-time Academic All-American in Gators baseball history. He was later inducted into the University of Florida Athletic Hall of Fame as a Gator Great.
Eckstein made his MLB debut with the Anaheim Angels and quickly established himself as a catalyst at the top of the lineup. During the Angels' championship season, he led the major leagues with three grand slams, including grand slams in back-to-back games against the Toronto Blue Jays, one of which was a game-winning grand slam that helped the Angels win 20 of their next 23 games. Eckstein was a member of the World Series champion Anaheim Angels and the St. Louis Cardinals, where he was selected World Series MVP. In total, Eckstein won two World Series championships. His ability to deliver in crucial moments earned him the nicknames X Factor and Just Enough.
Eckstein's defining moment came during the World Series with the Cardinals, where he delivered a notable performance. He earned World Series MVP honors with a .364 batting average, including a team-leading eight hits and four RBI. After starting the Series 0-for-11, he recorded eight hits in the final three games after the Series shifted to St. Louis. He went 4-for-5 with three doubles in Game 4 and drove in the game-winning run, becoming just the third player in the past 50 years to record three doubles in a single World Series game. The World Series victory with the Cardinals made Eckstein one of few starting shortstops to have won a World Series in both the American and National Leagues.
Beyond his on-field achievements, Eckstein has shared his life story through public speaking and writing. In his book "Have Heart," Eckstein discusses overcoming his stature to become a World Series MVP. The book also details the family dynamics that helped the Ecksteins overcome kidney failure in three of the five children and their father. He was the inaugural winner of the Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association's Heart & Hustle Award. Eckstein is a keynote speaker who addresses topics such as baseball, overcoming adversity, and faith and religion, bringing the same determination and authenticity to the stage that characterized his playing career.
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What topics does David Eckstein speak about?
David Eckstein is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Baseball, Overcoming Adversity, Christian, Catholic and Faith & Religion.
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David Eckstein generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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David Eckstein is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Baseball, Overcoming Adversity and Christian. The estimated speaking fee range to book David Eckstein for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. David Eckstein generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Mike Sweeney, Jim Morris and Mike Piazza. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling David Eckstein for an upcoming event.
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How do I book David Eckstein to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book David Eckstein for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for David Eckstein, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire David Eckstein, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does David Eckstein speak about?
David Eckstein is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Baseball, Overcoming Adversity, Christian, Catholic and Faith & Religion. -
Where does David Eckstein travel from?
David Eckstein generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for David Eckstein?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like David Eckstein for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book David Eckstein for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host David Eckstein or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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