Albert Pujols, a beloved figure in the Los Angeles Angels organization, recently received a heartwarming tribute from some of the team’s staff members. During the challenging period of the pandemic, Pujols displayed remarkable generosity by covering the salaries of several Angels’ staff based in the Dominican Republic. This act of kindness didn’t go unnoticed, and this week, those very staff members had the chance to express their gratitude and honor him for his selflessness.
Britt Ghiroli, from The Athletic, reported that a special in-person ceremony was held to commemorate this touching gesture. Pujols was presented with a plaque as a token of appreciation, and while the details of the ceremony remain somewhat private, the sentiment behind it is profoundly moving.
Really cool stuff: Albert Pujols covered the salaries of some of the Angels Dominican Republic staffers during the pandemic. This week, they honored him in-person with a small ceremony and plaque, sources say.
— Britt Ghiroli (@Britt_Ghiroli) October 13, 2023
In 2020, Pujols was nearing the end of his illustrious tenure with the Angels, but that didn’t deter him from going out of his way to support staffers who were facing challenges during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. This kind and selfless act reflects the true character of the man and the impact he has had on those he’s worked with.
Today, Pujols serves as a special assistant for the Angels, contributing his expertise and lending a helping hand to the team in various ways, further exemplifying his commitment to the organization that he holds close to his heart.
