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Omar Minaya: Latino heritage shining from the front office
A pioneer for Latinos in MLB front offices, Minaya was honored to have the families of Jackie Robinson and Roberto Clemente at his first game as general manager.
At the park with Juan Soto
He's the youngest player in MLB but he's provided a spark the Nationals have needed this season. Juan Soto is showing that he's got what it takes.
Generation Next: Guerrero, Jiménez and Tatís
Fans of the Blue Jays, White Sox and Padres can look forward to the arrivals of three potential superstar prospects from the Dominican Republic.
Carlos Santana helping Philly catch on
Nine years ago, in what must feel like a distant life for Carlos Santana, the current first baseman of the Philadelphia Phillies was a highly-rated catching prospect. He broke into the majors with a talented, young group of players in Cleveland that many
What Sammy Sosa means to me
His home runs were mammoth, his hop was legendary. When Sammy Sosa stepped to the plate in 1998, it was must-see TV. One fan remembers the magical season.
Pujols and Encarnación: True Compadres
Two first basemen who started rivals in the NL Central, Pujols and Encarnación have become family. But how did Edwin surprise Albert during the offseason?
Dominicans shaken by PED suspensions
The 80-game suspensions of Robinson Canó and Welington Castillo are another hits for a fan base that has seen many stars involved in scandals.
El Profe: Sammy Sosa’s 20 at 20
In Chicago, 20 was the number in 1998. After Kerry Wood struck out that many in May, Sammy Sosa hit 20 home runs in June.
Philadelphia’s Compadres: Part III
The three best friends have talked music, but when it comes to fashion and hair they've got unique interests and preferences.
Freddy Peralta: From El Cibao to Milwaukee
13 on the 13th - which just so happened to be Mother's Day. Milwaukee pitching prospect Freddy Peralta made history earlier this season, a credit to his parents.
Andújar hopes to follow A-Rod’s path
Andújar, the young rookie third baseman in the Bronx, grew up admiring A-Rod. Now playing where Rodriguez once did, the Yankee is establishing himself.
Philadelphia’s Compadres: Part II
Three players came together in the Phillies' organization and became compadres. In the second of four parts, Maikel Franco, Héctor Neris and Luis García discuss music.