Dominican Powerhouses: 5 MLB Legends with 30+ HRs Before the All-Star Game

Santo Domingo – A select group of five Dominicans has achieved an outstanding offensive feat in Major League Baseball: hitting 30 or more home runs before the All-Star Game. This achievement places these players in the elite of baseball, demonstrating their ability to maintain a high level of performance during the first half of the season.

Dominicans at the Top of Power

The group of Dominicans who have achieved this mark includes Sammy Sosa, Albert Pujols, David Ortiz, Alex Rodríguez, and José Bautista. Their names resonate among the great sluggers in history, thanks to their power and consistency on the field.

• Sammy Sosa:

• 1998: 33 home runs before the All-Star Game / 66 total
• 1999: 32 home runs / 63 total

• Albert Pujols:

• 2009: 32 home runs / 47 total

• David Ortiz:

• 2006: 31 home runs / 54 total

• José Bautista:

• 2011: 31 home runs / 43 total

• Alex Rodríguez:

• 2007: 30 home runs / 54 total

These players have left an indelible mark, demonstrating that Dominican talent is fundamental in the world of baseball. The record for most home runs before the All-Star Game is held by Barry Bonds, who hit 39 in 2001, a season in which he finished with 73 home runs. This type of performance not only highlights offensive power, but also the ability to maintain consistency during the first half of the season. In the case of the Dominicans mentioned, they all finished the campaign with a minimum of 43 home runs, solidifying their legacy as offensive references. As the 2025 Mid-Season Classic approaches, fans will be watching to see if new Dominican or foreign figures join this select group.