The Dominican Republic

A pioneer for Latinos in MLB front offices, Minaya was honored to have the families of Jackie Robinson and Roberto Clemente at his first game as general manager.

He's the youngest player in MLB but he's provided a spark the Nationals have needed this season. Juan Soto is showing that he's got what it takes.

Fans of the Blue Jays, White Sox and Padres can look forward to the arrivals of three potential superstar prospects from the Dominican Republic.

Nine years ago, in what must feel like a distant life for Carlos Santana, the current first baseman of the Philadelphia Phillies was a highly-rated catching prospect. He broke into the majors with a talented, young group of players in Cleveland that many

His home runs were mammoth, his hop was legendary. When Sammy Sosa stepped to the plate in 1998, it was must-see TV. One fan remembers the magical season.

Two first basemen who started rivals in the NL Central, Pujols and Encarnación have become family. But how did Edwin surprise Albert during the offseason?

The 80-game suspensions of Robinson Canó and Welington Castillo are another hits for a fan base that has seen many stars involved in scandals.

In Chicago, 20 was the number in 1998. After Kerry Wood struck out that many in May, Sammy Sosa hit 20 home runs in June.

The three best friends have talked music, but when it comes to fashion and hair they've got unique interests and preferences.

13 on the 13th - which just so happened to be Mother's Day. Milwaukee pitching prospect Freddy Peralta made history earlier this season, a credit to his parents.

Andújar, the young rookie third baseman in the Bronx, grew up admiring A-Rod. Now playing where Rodriguez once did, the Yankee is establishing himself.

Three players came together in the Phillies' organization and became compadres. In the second of four parts, Maikel Franco, Héctor Neris and Luis García discuss music.