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Rookie Catcher Brings Joy to His Hometown | Baltimore Orioles News
Twelve-year-old baseball dreams turned into major league reality for Orioles rookie Samuel Basallo, who’s now using his platform to bring joy to kids back home in the Dominican Republic. Instead of letting leftover game merchandise sit idle, Basallo spearheaded a heartfelt initiative to send jerseys, bobbleheads, and Maryland flag gear to youth leagues across Santo Domingo — gifts that spark smiles where opportunities are scarce. Raised on values of giving back by his parents, Basallo channels his rapid rise through the Orioles’ system — from signing at 16 for $1.3 million to his MLB debut…
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