Lidom: Juan Soto surprises the kids of the Caribbean Series

A call from Major League Baseball star Juan Soto brought unexpected excitement to the Dominican Republic's team competing in the Caribbean Series Kids tournament in Nayarit, Mexico. Soto, an outfielder for the New York Mets, took time out of his schedule to connect virtually with the young players, who have achieved three wins and one loss so far in the tournament. The virtual encounter generated considerable enthusiasm among the children, offering them a direct line to one of the most prominent figures in Dominican baseball. Soto, widely regarded as a key sporting ambassador for the country, shared words of encouragement with the youngsters in a gesture that extends beyond the baseball field and promises to be an unforgettable experience for them. One particularly memorable moment captured in a video shared by the Dominican Professional Baseball League (Lidom) on X showed a child confidently telling Soto he could strike him out if they ever faced each other. For these young Dominican players, the contact with Soto represents more than just a conversation; it's a powerful message of motivation from a player who, like them, once dreamed of reaching the Major Leagues and is now a global baseball star. Soto's continued connection with Dominican baseball and its emerging talent is evident in this meaningful outreach.

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he could strike him out if they ever faced each other