For most players, the MLB offseason is a time to rest, recover, and maybe enjoy beach time. But for some stars, the offseason mindset wasn’t just a break in the schedule—it was a lifestyle.
Whether they were globe-trotting or just enjoying the finer things a little too often, these guys seemed to treat baseball as a side hustle. Here are 20 MLB stars who lived like it was always the offseason, no matter what month it was.
20. Yasiel Puig
Puig brought wild energy to the field and even more chaos off of it. He never seemed too far from offseason mode, from flashy cars to unpredictable antics.
19. Manny Ramirez
Manny being Manny wasn’t just a saying—it was a full-blown lifestyle. The man played like a legend and partied like he didn’t have a game the next day.
18. Jose Canseco
Canseco lived large on and off the diamond, often making headlines for things that had nothing to do with baseball. Whether it was reality TV or wild business ideas, he was always up to something.
17. Bryce Harper
Harper’s fashion choices, hair routine, and love for the spotlight scream offseason vibes year-round. He somehow makes a walk to first base feel like a runway strut.
16. A.J. Burnett
With his full-sleeve tattoos and devil-may-care attitude, Burnett seemed more like a rock band roadie than a pitcher. His vibe was all rebellion, all the time.
15. Johnny Damon
Damon’s post-Red Sox life was a constant highlight reel of yachts, cocktails, and TV appearances. He looked like he belonged more at a pool party than batting practice.
14. Derek Holland
Nicknamed “The Dutch Oven,” Holland spent as much energy doing impressions and jokes as he did throwing pitches. The man practically auditioned for SNL mid-season.
13. David Wells
Wells famously threw a perfect game while possibly hungover, which tells you all you need to know. If anyone blurred the line between game day and party day, it was Boomer.
12. Josh Hamilton
Hamilton had real demons, but even during his comeback, he carried the aura of someone who could ditch a series for a tropical escape. His story is a rollercoaster of talent and turmoil.
11. Jason Giambi
Giambi’s bleach-blond hair and love of Vegas gave him full offseason energy even in the thick of July. He looked like he’d rather be in a cabana than a clubhouse.
10. Noah Syndergaard
Thor’s off-field presence was a whole brand—movie cameos, fashion shoots, and living like a Norse god. Baseball felt like just another epic quest in his myth.
9. Rickey Henderson
Rickey was always doing Rickey things, and that included showing up with offseason swagger no matter the game situation. From third-person quotes to unexpected off-field stunts, he lived in his world.
8. Barry Zito
Zito played guitar, surfed, and had a vibe that screamed “California offseason.” Even when pitching, it felt like he was waiting for a meditation retreat.
7. Joba Chamberlain
Joba had the talent, the hype, and the look of someone who enjoyed the nightlife just as much as a seventh-inning jam. He brought bullpen arm energy and VIP booth swagger.
6. Jose Reyes
Reyes was always dancing, smiling, and living on vacation. His mood never changed, whether it was the All-Star break or Game 7.
5. Mark Fidrych
“The Bird” was pure chaos, talking to the baseball and grooming the mound like it owed him money. His energy was offseason-level weird, all year long.
4. Alex Rodriguez
A-Rod lived big, dated celebrities, and gave off offseason millionaire vibes before, during, and after games. If there was a camera around, he knew how to find it.
3. Mike Napoli
Napoli’s shirtless parade celebration became a whole personality. He leaned hard into the offseason lifestyle, even when October was still in full swing.
2. Nyjer Morgan
Morgan’s alter ego, “Tony Plush,” acted like baseball was just one of many roles in his entertainment career. Interviews, celebrations, and tweets—he made every day feel like spring break.
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1. David Ortiz
Big Papi lived the offseason dream 24/7. From gold chains to mic-drop moments, Ortiz carried himself like a man who never fully clocked back into work, and we loved every second of it.
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