- Blue Jays outfielder Yohendrick Pinango carries the memory of his late father, Reyito, through a dedicated sleeve tattoo and a lifelong commitment to his father’s dream of him becoming a big-leaguer.
- After losing his father at age six, Pinango was raised by his aunt Noris, who supported his baseball development and his eventual move to a professional academy at age 13.
- Acquired by the Blue Jays in a 2024 trade with the Cubs, Pinango refined his swing mechanics during winter ball, leading to a breakout performance in the minors.
- Pinango’s aggressive, “fearless” approach at the plate has drawn praise from manager John Schneider and hitting coach David Popkins, mirroring the playing style of his father.
- Now in the major leagues, Pinango views his professional success as a way to honour his father’s legacy and continue the path they started together in Venezuela.
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