Manny (Esquivel) being Manny

John Rodriguez may have just one World Series at-bat, but that is one more than most people.

J-Rod, as his teammates call him, was part of the 2006 World Series champion St. Louis Cardinals, who defeated Detroit in five games. Rodriguez spent his first eight seasons in the Yankee system after being signed as an amateur free agent in 1996. He earned promotions to the majors in 2005 and 2006 with the Cardinals where he hit .298 with seven home runs and 43 RBIs in 158 big league games.

The 32-year-old Manhattan resident returned to the Yankee Triple-A affiliate last season before joining the Ducks last month. The rightfielder is hitting .340 with one home run and eight RBIs in 28 games.

Q&A

Who's is the most intimidating pitcher you have ever faced?

"Carlos ZambranoI did well off him but just his demeanor and the way he goes after guys is intimidating."

What's a habit you need to give up?

"Biting my nailsI wish I could, but I can't."

What television shows do you DVR?

"Entourage, Basketball Wives, V, Flashfoward."

What's your most prized possession?

"My daughter. She's five months old."

If you could have dinner with any three people throughout history, who would they be?

"Bruce Lee, Martin Luther King Jr., and Roberto Clemente." Who is the most famous person in your cell phone?

"Albert Pujols."