Adam LaRoche is a former Major League Baseball (MLB) first baseman known for his power hitting, solid defense, and leadership on and off the field. He was drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the 29th round of the2000 MLB Draft. He made his MLB debut in 2004 and went on to play 12 seasons with teams including the Braves, Pirates, Red Sox, Diamondbacks, Nationals, and White Sox.
A Gold Glove Award winner (2012) and Silver Slugger recipient (2012), LaRoche had a standout season with the Washington Nationals, hitting 33 home runs and 100 RBIs that year. He finished his career with 255 home runs and 882 RBIs.
Beyond baseball, LaRoche is known for his philanthropy and hunting lifestyle, co-founding the E3 Ranch Foundation, which supports military veterans and human trafficking victims.
