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Retired MLB Veteran Albert Pujols Makes the Most of a Special UN Invite to Share an Inspiring Message

Published 04/07/2023, 5:49 AM EDT

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Albert Pujols has been making the headlines over the last few months, with multiple life-changing decisions and moments. He retired following the 2022 MLB season, bringing an end to his storied baseball career. Pujols seemed poised to step away from the spotlight and enjoy a quiet retirement with his family. But the Cardinals legend had other plans in mind for his future.

He rejoined the Los Angeles Angels in a new role, resuming his involvement in baseball at the MLB level. Most recently, Pujols shared a positive message with his fans all over the world, celebrating a massive event.

Albert Pujols shared a special message in honor of the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace

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Albert Pujols is one of baseball’s greatest legends, but beyond that, he is also an ambassador of the sport. Most recently, he shared a special message in celebration of the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace. In an Instagram Post, Pujols shared a message for all of his fans and also thanked the United Nations for inviting him to their celebration.

 

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Pujols said, “Today is the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, a day to celebrate the role sports play globally in bringing individuals of different backgrounds and abilities together. My gratitude to the UN for inviting me to be part of today’s celebrations. To those at home, take the time today to remember a time in your life when sports helped you connect with others and use it as a reminder to do good, we are all one, we are all equal. Much love, AP❤️”

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With such a powerful message, Pujols is encouraging people all over the world to think of sports in a positive light. Furthermore, he speaks from experience, having been an athlete trying to make a difference for more than 2 decades. MLB legend has made a lot of big changes in his life recently, even selling one of his homes. 

Pujols has put his Kansas City mansion up for sale 

Albert Pujols recently rejoined the Los Angeles Angels as a Special Assistant. Following this massive move, he put his sprawling Kansas City mansion up for sale. The former St. Louis Cardinals star has set the price at $2.3 million, which is sure to grab prospective buyers’ attention. The 5-bedroom, 10,000-square-foot home is truly a sight to behold.

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Pranay Mukherjee is an MLB writer at EssentiallySports. A graduate in Journalism and Mass Comm, Pranay specializes in cheat sheets, post-game analysis, and trade rumors. An avid follower of the game, he swears by the Yankees and believes the time has come for the New York team to break the World Series jinx.
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