Produced by Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine, “Ballplayer: Pelotero” is a compelling documentary that unveils the intense, competitive world of Major League Baseball training camps in the Dominican Republic. Centered on young prospects Miguel Angel Sanó and Jean Carlos Batista, the film reveals the cutthroat competition and ethical dilemmas they navigate as they aim for the MLB draft.

The documentary offers an inside peek at this never-before-seen world, questioning the true cost of the American dream in sports. It explores the intricate negotiations and sacrifices made by these young athletes, showing the steep price they may pay for a shot at stardom.