When nightlife turns into a nightmare, its echoes are felt far beyond the dance floor. What was supposed to be an ordinary evening at one of the Dominican Republic’s most popular clubs ended in chaos and confusion, leaving fans stunned and families shattered. Among the names suddenly caught in a swirl of grief and speculation was former MLB star David Ortiz.

When a loved one leaves us we always feel hurt but when it happens unexpectedly, it hurts even more. That is exactly what has happened here. A nightclub called Jet Set nightclub was having its usual evening when the roof of the building collapsed. One of the victims was the sister of MLB legend, Nelson Cruz. This news hits deep and has hurt a lot of fans.

Molusco’s X handle just delivered tragic news about this incident. He posted, “Nelsy Milagro Cruz Martínez, governor of Montecristi province and sister of former Major League Baseball player Nelson Cruz, was one of the people who died when the roof of the Jet Set nightclub collapsed in the Dominican Republic.”

This was sad news for all the fans and relatives of the Cruz family, and they even received condolences from other famous players like Ortiz. After this incident, there was some speculation about David Ortiz being present at the nightclub same time as Nelsy Cruz. He took to X to clarify that he was not at the club at the time of the tragedy.

It was not only Nelsy Cruz who lost her life; it is reported that there are 18 more people who lost their lives. David Ortiz expressed that he was deeply hurt by the news. He also offered his condolences to all the members of the family who suffered from this tragedy.

As tributes pour in and the baseball world mourns this tragedy, one thing is painfully clear—no one is immune to life’s curveballs, not even legends. The collapse of a nightclub roof has now shattered hearts across the globe. In a world obsessed with stats and scores, we’re reminded that the most fragile things aren’t records—they’re lives. Rest in peace, Nelsy Cruz. Even the strongest sluggers like Ortiz can’t hit their way out of grief.

Three former MLB stars survive the nightclub roof collapse

When the roof literally falls in during a night out, even fame offers no protection. A packed Dominican nightclub turned into a disaster zone in seconds—leaving panic, heartbreak, and a trail of headlines in its wake. As chaos spread, former MLB players found themselves far closer to tragedy than they could have imagined

As the news of the roof collapse came out, it was reported that around 18 people had lost their lives, but many of them escaped the tragedy by a few minutes. Reports reveal that former MLB players like Octavio Dotel, Esteban German, and Henry Blanco were present during the tragic incident. They survived the ordeal by what many are calling God’s grace.

German and Blanco escaped this tragedy by leaving the club earlier, but the other player, Dotel, was not as fortunate. Dotel, 51 years old, was reportedly found trapped in the rubble. He sustained some injuries and managed to survive the terrifying ordeal.

Dotel’s narrow escape serves as a haunting reminder that luck—not legacy—determines who survives. While some left just in time, others never got the chance. In a country where rhythm fills the air, tragedy struck on the beat. The nightclub’s roof may have collapsed, but so did the illusion that stardom shields from sorrow. This was more than just a structural failure—it was a heartbreak echoing louder than any music ever could.