Biography

Call 1.800.966.1380 to contact Joe Torre booking agent, publicist, manager, pr firm, representative and management company for booking Joe Torre speaker appearances, autograph signing, endorsement deals or hiring Joe Torre as a keynote speaker for your next event. Find Joe Torre official website information, speaker fees, booking fees, costs and schedule. Joe Torre was named manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers on November 1, 2007. Prior to the joining the Dodgers, Torre spent the past twelve seasons as manager of the New York Yankees.

As the 31st manager in Yankees history Torre led the Yankees to the playoffs every year under his tenure. He managed the Yankees to six World Series appearances and four World Series Championships, most recently in 2000.

Torre led the 1996 Yankees to their first World Series title since 1978. He was named Sportsman of the Year by The Sporting News and Co-American League Manager of the Year by the Baseball Writers Association of America. After a return to post-season competition in 1997, Torre led the Yankees to 114 wins during the 1998 regular season, an American League record, and a four-game sweep of the San Diego Padres in the 1998 World Series. Once again, Torre was named American League Manager of the Year and received his second AP Manager of the Year Award. In the 1999 series, the Yankees swept the Atlanta Braves, winning 12 straight World Series games.

Prior to managing, Torre enjoyed a successful playing career. During his 17-year career, Torre compiled a .297 batting average, 2,342 hits, 252 home runs, and 1,185 RBI's while playing for Milwaukee, Atlanta, St. Louis, and the Mets. He hit over .300 five times in his career and was a nine-time All-Star.

In 1971, Torre was named National League MVP as a member of the Cardinals. By leading the league with a .363 batting average, 230 hits, 137 RBI's and 352 total bases, Torre became the first player to lead the NL in four offensive categories since Stan Musial captured eight in 1948.

Torre was named catcher on The Sporting News All-Star Team from 1964-1966. He received the NL Gold Glove Award in 1965. Torre hit the first regular season home run in Atlanta's Fulton County Stadium, and holds the record for most home runs (36) in a single season (1966) by a Braves catcher.

He is the co-author of two books: Chasing the Dream: My Lifelong Journey to the World Series, a memoir, and the inspirational management guide, Joe Torre's Ground Rules for Winners: 12 Keys to Managing Team Players, Tough Bosses, Setbacks, and Success.

Torre is a sought after keynote speaker and has spoken for Fortune 500 companies across the country. He has also served as a spokesperson for many companies, including Chase, American General Financial Group, VISA, Amgen and Continental Airlines.

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