Alex Rodriguez has had an occupation.
Alexander Emmanuel Rodriguez ( born July 27 , 1975 ) , nicknamed `` A-Rod '' , is a Dominican-American former professional baseball shortstop and third baseman . However , he has led a highly controversial career due to signing two of the most lucrative sports contracts in history while incurring criticism from the media for his behavior and use of illegal performance-enhancing drugs . In baseball , a grand slam is a home run hit with all three bases occupied by baserunners ( `` bases loaded '' ) , thereby scoring four runs -- the most possible in one play .