In this inspiring episode of Live Life by Design, host Jeff Mendez sits down with baseball legend Sammy Sosa. From humble beginnings in the Dominican Republic to hitting 66 home runs in 1998, Sammy shares the discipline, resilience, and faith that fueled his journey to greatness. He opens up about the struggles of his early life, the defining moment after 9/11, his retirement by design, and his new chapter in real estate.
Packed with wisdom, grit, and timeless advice, this conversation is a masterclass in living life with intention and never giving up.
⏱ Key Moments
00:00 Welcome & Jeff shares his Dominican roots
00:28 Sammy Sosa’s childhood and first steps into baseball
02:55 From street baseball to signing with the Texas Rangers
04:06 Jeff on “the law of the harvest” and discipline
05:23 Losing his father young & overcoming struggle
06:42 Sammy recalls 9/11 and his iconic American flag moment
08:57 Playing with the Cubs, Rangers, White Sox & Orioles
11:07 1998 season: the chase for 66 home runs
12:50 Retirement by design & comeback years
14:26 Sammy’s ventures in real estate & building communities in Panama
16:07 Life after baseball: golf, family, and balance
17:23 Sammy reflects on the most important people he’s met
19:27 His advice on living life by design vs. default
23:09 Closing thoughts & gratitude
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