Quotes by Ken Caminiti

About Ken Caminiti:

Kenneth Gene Caminiti was an American third baseman who spent fifteen seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) with the Houston Astros (1987–1994, 1999–2000), San Diego Padres (1995–1998), Texas Rangers (2001) and Atlanta Braves (2001). He was the 1996 National League Most Valuable Player. He died of a cocaine and heroin (a speedball) drug overdose on October 10, 2004.
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It's no secret what's going on in baseball. At least half the players are using steroids.

Ken Caminiti

I didn't think I was going to play that day. I'd have to thank the training staff for getting me on the field that day. They made a bigger deal than I thought it was.

Ken Caminiti

I had a real good thing going for me, and I got sidetracked. It doesn't have to be that way. It doesn't have to be drugs. It doesn't have to be alcohol. That part of my life is over.

Ken Caminiti

Author Bio

  • NameKen Caminiti
  • DescriptionAmerican baseball player
  • BornApril 21, 1963
  • DiedOctober 10, 2004
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionBaseball Player
  • AwardsMajor League Baseball Most Valuable Player Award; Rawlings Gold Glove Award