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Dominican Republic : Top 10 Baseball Players

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Top 10 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.

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