Javier Báez and José Berríos Host Charity Events in Puerto Rico
On December 15, MLB stars Javier Báez of the Detroit Tigers and José Berríos of the Toronto Blue Jays organized a home run derby and celebrity softball game in Puerto Rico. The events aimed to raise funds for Báez’s “El Mago Foundation” and Berríos’ “Fundación La Makina”, both dedicated to supporting underprivileged communities in the region.
The charity events saw participation from notable MLB players, including Francisco Lindor, Kike Hernández, Jurickson Profar, Edwin Díaz, and Heliot Ramos, per the MLB official website. While Berríos showcased his pitching skills during the event, Báez was sidelined from the action as he continues to recover from hip surgery.
Irmarie Báez Celebrates the Event in Style
Javier Báez’s wife, Irmarie Márquez, shared photos from the gala and events on Instagram. She dazzled in a black off-shoulder dress, coordinating with her husband and sons Aiden and Adrian, who wore matching black suits.
Irmarie captioned her post:
“Gala / Home Run Derby & Celebrity softball game 🎩⚾️🦾”
Getting Into the Holiday Spirit
The Báez family is also embracing the festive season. Irmarie recently posted an adorable video on Instagram of the family decorating their Christmas tree together. Javier, Irmarie, and their sons Aiden and Adrian shared a heartwarming moment as they prepared for the holidays.
Javier Báez’s Recovery and 2024 Season Recap
It was a challenging season for the 2016 World Series champion, who underwent hip surgery in September, cutting his year short. Báez played in 80 games in 2024, recording a career-low .184 batting average with six home runs and 37 RBIs.
Though Báez is expected to return during the 2025 season, the Tigers are likely to take a cautious approach to his comeback. For now, Báez is focusing on his recovery and spending quality time with his family.
José Berríos and Javier Báez: Impact Beyond Baseball
This charitable initiative highlights Báez and Berríos’ commitment to giving back to their community in Puerto Rico. Through their foundations, they continue to use their platforms to make a meaningful difference, bringing hope and support to those in need.
