Luis Polonia reveals he earned $14 million during his Major League career

Santo Domingo. - The former player and Dominican baseball legend Luis Polonia, known as “La Hormiga Atómica”, surprised viewers during the prime time of La Casa de Alofoke 2 by revealing that he earned more than 14 million dollars throughout his career in the Major Leagues.

Poland spoke openly about his career in professional baseball, highlighting the achievements, sacrifices, and lessons that marked his sporting life. With the honesty that characterizes him, he recalled how he became one of the most consistent players in the country abroad.

“In Major Leagues I earned 14 million dollars. But more than the money, what was important was the discipline I maintained all those years. I played or trained 11 months a year,” expressed Polonia.

The former player, who wore uniforms for teams like the Oakland Athletics, Atlanta Braves, New York Yankees, and California Angels, also reflected on the emotional challenges of his career, especially the time away from his family and the pressures of high performance.

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Poland seized the moment to send a message to the young Dominican athletes:

“It's not just about talent, but about work and commitment. If you dedicate yourself, the results will come.”

Currently, the historic player leads the Luis Polonia Baseball Academy (PBA), where he trains children and adolescents under ethical and technical standards of Major League Baseball. Poland recently presented the documentary "The Hit King: Luis Polonia", which chronicles the life of the baseball player, from his humble beginnings in Santiago to becoming one of the most outstanding Dominicans in the Major Leagues and a symbol of the national sport.