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John Leguizamo Discusses “Latin History for Morons”and the World Series
Sombreros, Serapes and Handlebar Mustaches Dot Minute Maid Park as Astros go for Title
Roberto Clemente Award A Golden Branding Opportunity
From Southwest Houston, Nationals star Rendon longs for taquerias and a title on work trip home for the World Series
A rainout in the Bronx, MLB celebrates Spirit Day and Edgar celebrates an anniversary
Baseball has always had a special place in Soledad O’Brien’s heart
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Baseball’s Immigrants
Nelson Cruz explains Vitilla-style baseball
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What will it take for Yan Gomes to make Brazil a baseball hotbed?
In 1997, a 20-year-old from Barranquilla, Colombia, shocked the world when he lined a single off Cleveland Indians ace Charles Nagy to score the winning run from third to give the Marlins the World Series title. That 20-year-old was Edgar Renteria in Gam
Don’t Look Now, but Yan Gomes is Making Brazilians Take their Eyes off the Ball
Yan Gomes will always hold a special place in MLB history as the first native of Brazil to play in the big leagues. The veteran catcher is a trailblazer.
Meet the Boricua barber who takes care of the Astros
The Astros are a good looking team on and off the field. Meet Danny, the Boricua barber whose relationship with the Astros goes beyond giving them a trim. Related With parents and homers on mind, Álvarez delivers for Astros
Dodgers icon Jaime Jarrín on baseball’s role in his grieving
Baseball – perhaps more than any other sport – lives through the artistic words of legendary radio voices. One of the greatest to ever sit before a mic is Jaime Jarrín, the iconic voice of the Los Angeles Dodgers. For 61 years he has called Dodgers games
Vin Scully’s Call Helps Legendary Jarrín Find Way After Wife’s Passing
Longtime Dodgers Spanish radio broadcaster Jaime Jarrín, was going to call fewer games to stay home more with his wife Blanca. Then his plans changed.
Albert Pujols’ Shoes Tell A Story About More Than Home Runs
His family wasn’t in the stands on the night Albert Pujols hit his historic 499th and 500th home runs. They were with him in spirit as he rounded the bases, though. Watch this video to learn how Pujols always has his family with him while he’s playing. Re
Is Ybor City and its Longtime Latino Baseball Roots the Key to Keeping the Tampa Bay Rays in the Area?
How One Organization Uses Baseball to Create “Diamond Diplomacy”
How college prepared Anthony Rendon for big league success – and life
A Feel Good Story True Baseball Fans Will Appreciate
For players learning English a critical part of development
What was the best day of David Peralta’s life?
Family Comes First When Trying To Grow Latino Fan Base in St. Louis
As for my brother, I couldn't even look at him when he came to the booth. After all, who wants to hear a 44 year old trying to call a game while crying?
Part luchador, all Cubs: Captain Cubbo is Chicago’s biggest fan
If you watch or attend a Cubs game you can’t miss him. From the mask to the cape and ivy-covered gloves, “Captain Cubbo” is the definition of superfan. Click the video to hear his story and learn about his passion for Chicago’s north siders. Related Javie
Wise Boricua Romero charts historic path with Red Sox
As a child Eddie Romero dreamed of following his father to the major leagues. The bright and charismatic son of former Red Sox, Brewers, Tigers and Braves infielder Ed Romero eventually realized that his athletic skills weren’t quite good enough to lead h
Meet David Ortiz’s favorite purveyor of plátano power
When players look for plátano power in Boston, there’s one restaurant that’s been dishing out the best cuisine for years. Watch this video to learn more about Merengue restaurant. Related Ortiz incident rattles Yankees, MLB
In Miami, “Juice” the barber keeps big leaguers looking fresh
Hugo “Juice” Tandron has one of the most popular barbershops in the big leagues. He also has a powerful testimony. Play the video to hear how he went from a troubled life to having a relationship with stars all over MLB. Related La Vida Voices: Manny Coló
Cubs honor Chicago-area community leader, show commitment to charity
Having grown up on the southside of Chicago, Jorge Roque grew up a White Sox fan. When the Chicago Cubs called about honoring him ahead of Roberto Clemente Day, though, it was all love. Roque, 43, is the director of the Urban Life Skills program for New L