Albert Pujols: A Baseball Star Who Cares (sports Stars Who Care)

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Albert Pujols has been called "The Machine," as in the hitting machine! In his first 12 seasons, Pujols hit over 30 homers each year and over 100 RBIs in 11 of the 12. But he's just as productive off the field, having started the Pujols' Family Foundation. The foundation provides money and support to children with Down syndrome, as well as needy children in his native Dominican Republic. "Learn about all-star first baseman Albert Pujols, and how he got to where he is now in this sports biography. He is one of baseball's best players ever, but off of the field, he has become a sports star who really does care"--Provided by publisher