SANTO DOMINGO – The excitement in the Major Leagues continues, especially with the outstanding performance of Dominican hitters in the home run race.Junior Caminero has hit his 42nd home run of the season, while Juan Soto has 39, keeping the anticipation high as to who will lead the table among Dominican MLB stars.
Caminero and Soto: Duel of Power
Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero, only 22 years old, showed his power by hitting a two-run home run against the Chicago White Sox in the fifth inning. Although his team lost 6-5, Caminero had a productive night, batting 2 for 4 with two RBIs, solidifying an impressive season.In New York, Juan Soto continued his outstanding performance despite the Mets’ 11-3 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. Soto hit his 39th home run in the eighth inning, adding a double and his 31st stolen base of the year. He finished the game with three hits in five at-bats, two runs scored, and one RBI, remaining one home run away from reaching the 40 mark and approaching the historical challenge of joining the 40-40 club.
More Dominican Heroes in MLB
The home run derby also featured other prominent Dominicans.
- Fernando Tatis Jr. hit his 21st home run with the Padres in Cincinnati, although his team lost 2-1 against the Reds.
- Yainer Díaz was the hero for the Houston Astros in Toronto, with a decisive home run in the ninth inning, his 19th of the year, securing a 3-2 victory over the Blue Jays. His teammate Carlos Correa also reached 200 career home runs.
- Geraldo Perdomo shined with the Diamondbacks in Arizona, hitting his 18th home run and his 25th stolen base of the season in the 5-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants. Despite a recent offensive slump, Perdomo has 93 RBIs on the year, confirming his best season.
With these results, the competition among Dominicans in MLB remains one of the most exciting stories of the season. Caminero seeks to maintain his lead with 42 home runs, while Soto pursues his 40th home run, with the possibility of achieving a historic feat if he completes the challenge of 40 home runs and 40 stolen bases.
