Jake Pérez

Jake Pérez, a 25-year-old baseball player from Costa Rica, made headlines for hitting a home run at the historic Antonio Escarré Stadium, a venue facing closure due to poor conditions. Signed by the San Diego Padres from 2020 to 2024, he represents a new generation of talent in Costa Rican baseball, which is experiencing challenges but remains vibrant thanks to the influx of players from Nicaragua and Venezuela.