Baseball Figures Honored in Puerto Plata for Their Legacy and Support
Puerto Plata was the scene of an emotional recognition of ten outstanding Dominican and Puerto Rican baseball players, both active and retired from Major League Baseball. The event, organized by the Puerto Plata International Sport Foundation, celebrated the fifth edition of its baseball clinic for children, highlighting the trajectory and constant support of these athletes to the community. The foundation, led by engineer Chito Polo and Frank Alameda, presented recognition plaques to emblematic figures of baseball.- Teoscar Hernández, two-time World Series champion.
- José Mesa.
- Jean Segura.
- Al Reyes.
- Ángel Castro.
- D’Angelo Jiménez.
- Joel Peralta.
- Rubén Sierra.
- Carlos Paulino.
- Edgar Santana.
More than 500 children from different baseball leagues in the province participated in specialized clinics and received sports equipment donated by the foundation. This has generated a positive impact on the community. During the day, a tribute was paid to former Major League pitcher Octavio Dotel, the driving force behind this initiative, who passed away in April 2025. A commemorative plaque was unveiled and will be presented to his family.“This is the fifth installment of an activity that has already become an annual tradition, where professional baseball players share their experiences and knowledge, inspiring many young people from Puerto Plata who dream of reaching professional baseball”
Chito Polo
Frank Alameda highlighted the importance of continuing to develop these types of activities, aimed at promoting sports, strengthening values, and offering young people spaces for growth and learning.
Frank Alameda
