Albert Jojuan Belle (born August 25, 1966 in Shreveport, Louisiana) is a former outfielder in Major League Baseball.

One of the leading sluggers of his time, he was the first player to hit 50 doubles and 50 home runs in a season. However, his career was repeatedly marred by his particularly surly conduct both on and off the field. He was noted for rudeness to reporters and fans, occasionally becoming violent.

Belle started his career with the Cleveland Indians. While in the minor league system he was known as "Joey", and was thought of as a top prospect, but a high-risk one due to his conduct. Belle underwent counseling, and became known as "Albert". Briefly his behavior improved, but after a time the anger returned in conflicts with reporters and and fans.

In the winter of 1996, he signed with the Chicago White Sox (and was temporarily the highest paid player in Baseball). He ended his career with the Baltimore Orioles, retiring as a result of a degenerated hip.

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