David Ismael Concepción Benitez (born June 17, 1948) is a Venezuelan former professional baseball player and manager. He played his entire career in Major League Baseball as a shortstop for the Cincinnati Reds dynasty that won four National League pennants and two World Series championships between 1970 and 1976 .

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Jan 21, 2020 · Dave Concepción was one of the greatest players to ever put on a Cincinnati Reds uniform. From 1970-1988, Concepción displayed a level of defense few have ever seen.

Dave Concepcion, the Major League Baseball player, was born on Thursday, June 17, 1948, in Ocumare de la Costa, Aragua, Venezuela. Concepcion was 21 years old when he broke into the major leagues on April 6, 1970, with the Cincinnati Reds.

Feb 5, 2025 · Former Cincinnati Reds player Dave Concepción tips his hat to the crowd after being announced during end-of-game ceremonies for the closing of Cinergy Field on Sept. 22, 2002.

Jun 1, 2018 · Concepcion was one of the best shortstops of his time and deserves to be recognized for it. When looking at his numbers in comparison to the all-time greats, Concepcion ranks better than a...

Dave Concepcion was a standout defensive player for the Cincinnati Reds during his 19-year career in the MLB. Known for his incredible fielding skills and strong arm, he set the standard for what it means to be a top-notch shortstop.

Feb 5, 2016 · The Series waged between the Cincinnati Reds and the Boston Red Sox was one of the more memorable championship battles, as a single run decided five of the seven games. Cincinnati shortstop Dave Concepción entered the Series hoping that the old saying “third time is a charm” would prove true.

Sep 21, 2022 · The Reds have honored Concepcion by inducting him into the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and retiring his number 13. He has been inducted into the Latino Baseball Hall of Fame and the Caribbean Series Hall of Fame.

Jul 15, 2024 · Many argue that Concepción’s defensive innovations and consistent performance merit inclusion into the Hall of Fame alongside his contemporaries. His career statistics include a .267 batting average, 101 home runs, and 950 RBIs, achieved across 19 MLB seasons, all with the Cincinnati Reds.