Rex Hudler

Hudler is proof that personality can outlast stats, and I mean that as a compliment. As a player he was the consummate energetic utility man, bouncing around the majors and even playing in Japan, the kind of guy every clubhouse loves. But it's in the broadcast booth where 'Wonder Dog' truly found his calling, bringing infectious enthusiasm and folksy malapropisms to Angels and Royals telecasts. Some purists found his style too loose, but I appreciate an announcer who clearly adores the game and never takes himself too seriously. He turned a journeyman career into a beloved second act behind the mic.

Rex Hudler (born September 2, 1960) is an American former professional baseball player and broadcaster. A utility infielder and outfielder, he played in Major League Baseball for several teams including the New York Yankees, Montreal Expos, and California Angels. After retiring, he became a popular color commentator, notably for the Kansas City Royals.

Name (English)

Rex Hudler

Name (Japanese)

レックス・ハドラー

Reading

れっくす・はどらー

Born

September 2, 1960 (age 65)

Zodiac / Chinese zodiac

Virgo / Rat

Origin

Tempe, Arizona, United States

Height

183cm

Occupation

Baseball player

High school

Ballard High School (Fresno, California)

Motto

Private

• Official sitehttps://www.rexhudler.com
• Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/rexhudler1/
• Xhttps://x.com/RexHudler1
• Wikipedia (Japanese)https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E3%83%AC%E3%83%83%E3%82%AF%E3%82%B9%E3%83%BB%E3%83%8F%E3%83%89%E3%83%A9%E3%83%BC

Tags

• Born in Arizona
• Baseball player

Last updated

2026-06-02

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