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Dominican Republic : Top 10 Baseball Players

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1. Tetelo Vargas (1876–1981)

Revered in San Pedro de Macorís as a star outfielder and courageous opponent of dictator Rafael Trujillo.
2. ’Ozzie’ Virgil (b. 1932)

The first Dominican to make it big time in the US Major League in the 1950s.
3. Felipe Alou (b. 1935)

This power hitter enjoyed a long career as a player and award-winning manager.
4. Juan Marichal (b. 1937)

Popularly known as the “Dominican Dandy” for his flamboyant style, Marichal was a record-breaking pitcher.
5. Ricardo Carty (b. 1939)

Carty was so impressive as a youngster that ten clubs tried to sign him up.
6. Tony Peña (b. 1957)

A four-time Golden Glover, he was an adept catcher and then a highly rated manager.
7. Sammy Sosa (b. 1968)

A household name, who rose from shoe shining to become a millionaire star and philanthropist.
8. Pedro Martínez (b. 1971)

Widely considered to be simply the best pitcher in the US Major League.
9. Vladimir Guerrero (b. 1976)

A massive and much-feared hitter, Guerrero combines a high level of speed, control, and accuracy.
10. Albert Pujols (b. 1980)

A member of the current generation of Dominican exports, and a rising superstar of powerful batting.