Andy Green is a former professional baseball player who played in the Major League Baseball (MLB) for several teams. He was born on July 7, 1977, in Lexington, Kentucky, and attended the University of Kentucky, where he played college baseball.
Green was drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 24th round of the 2000 MLB draft. He made his MLB debut with the Diamondbacks in 2004 and played for them until 2006. He then played for the New York Mets in 2009 and the Milwaukee Brewers in 2010.
Green played primarily as a second baseman and shortstop during his career. He was known for his defensive skills and versatility, as he could play multiple positions. He was also a solid hitter, with a career batting average of .237 and an on-base percentage of .316.
After retiring from playing, Green became a coach and manager. He served as the third base coach for the Diamondbacks from 2015 to 2016 before being hired as the manager of the San Diego Padres in 2016.
As the Padres' manager, Green led the team to a record of 274-366 over four seasons. While the team did not have a winning record during his tenure, Green was praised for his leadership and ability to develop young players.
In September 2019, Green was fired by the Padres after a disappointing season. He was later hired as the bench coach for the Chicago Cubs for the 2020 season.
Overall, Andy Green had a solid career as a professional baseball player and has continued to make an impact in the sport as a coach and manager.
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