- Signed by the St. Louis Cardinals in 1997 out of Port St. Lucie High School (FL), where he was named High School Player of the Year by USA Today. Agent Scott Boras secured a $2.5 million signing bonus for him. Played for the Cardinals (1999-2001, 2004, 2007-2009), and the Kansas City Royals (2010-present).
- Gave up 4 runs on 2 hits, walking 4, and throwing 5 wild pitches in Game 1 of the 2000 NLDS against Greg Maddux, then threw several wild pitches in Games 2 and 5 of the NLCS, five of which sailed over his catcher's head. As of 2005, Ankiel has been an outfielder.
- Traded to the Atlanta Braves by the Kansas City Royals. (July 2010)
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