Paul Leo Molitor (born August 22, 1956), nicknamed "Molly" and "the Ignitor", is an American former professional baseball player and manager. During his 21-year playing career in Major League Baseball (MLB), he played for the Milwaukee Brewers (1978–1992), Toronto Blue Jays (1993–1995), and Minnesota Twins (1996–1998).

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Paul Molitor (born August 22, 1956, St. Paul, Minnesota, U.S.) is a retired professional baseball player whose .306 lifetime batting average and 3,319 career hits made him one of the most consistent offensive players in Major League Baseball (MLB) history.

As one of the game’s most unheralded stars, Paul Molitor battled injuries and overcame position changes before his short, compact swing vaulted him to baseball stardom late in his long and illustrious career.

Paul Molitor Bio. Fullname: Paul Leo Molitor; Nickname: The Ignitor; Born: 8/22/1956 in Saint Paul, MN; Draft: 1977, Milwaukee Brewers, Round: 1, Overall Pick: 3; College: Minnesota; Debut: 4/07/1978; Hall of Fame: 2004; View More Bio Info +

Jun 25, 2024 · One such player is Paul Molitor, affectionately known as “The Ignitor.” His incredible career spanned an impressive 21 years, during which he demonstrated remarkable hitting prowess and versatility on the field.

Jun 21, 2020 · Molitor truly excelled in this World Series, winning Most Valuable Player honors with Toronto. Of his 12 hits, two were doubles, two were triples and two were home runs. His 10 runs scored matched a Series record.

Jan 4, 2012 · A fixture atop the Milwaukee lineup for 15 years as one of baseball’s best-ever leadoff hitters, Paul Molitor was nicknamed the “Ignitor” for the spark he generated — a nickname he never really warmed to. “Aside from its not even being spelled right,” Molitor quipped, “it’s a terrible nickname.