FUN FACTS

The Dominican Republic has produced four MVP Award winners. The winners include: Albert Pujols (N.L.: 2005, 2008, 2009); Vladimir Guerrero (A.L.: 2004); Miguel Tejada (A.L.: 2002); Sammy Sosa (N.L.: 1998).

The Dominican Republic has produced two Cy Young Award winners. The winners include: Bartolo Colon (A.L.: 2005) and Pedro Martinez (N.L.: 1997; A.L.: 1999, 2000).

The Dominican Republic has produced seven Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year winners. The winners include: Neftali Feliz (A.L.: 2010); Hanley Ramirez (N.L.: 2006); Angel Berroa (A.L.: 2003); Albert Pujols (N.L.: 2001); Rafael Furcal (N.L.: 2000); Raul Mondesi (N.L.: 1994); Alfredo Griffin (A.L.: 1979 co-winner).