Sammy Sosa

Baseball Player, 1998 National League MVP

Sammy Sosa - Baseball Player, 1998 National League MVP
Born

November 12th, 1968
56 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Dominican Republic

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A professional baseball player, celebrated for a notable career primarily with the Chicago Cubs. Played as an outfielder. Achieved significant milestones during the late 1990s, including a remarkable home run race in 1998 with Mark McGwire. This season resulted in setting a then-record of 66 home runs, leading the National League and earning the National League Most Valuable Player award. Recorded a total of 609 career home runs, ranking among the all-time leaders.

Won the 1998 National League MVP award

Achieved 66 home runs in the 1998 season

Played for the Chicago Cubs from 1992 to 2004

Participated in multiple All-Star games

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