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Los Leñadores de Las Tunas, the current champions of the main domestic tournament, have been chosen to represent Cuba in the inaugural edition of the Baseball Series of the Americas, which will take place from January 23 to 31, 2025, in Nicaragua.
According to JIT, the announcement came through Juan Reinaldo Pérez Pardo, president of the Cuban Baseball and Softball Federation (FCBS), who emphasized the importance of the event for assessing the competitive level of teams from Tunas against those from across the region.
This tournament, organized by the Association of Baseball of the Americas (ABAM), will feature teams such as Panama, Colombia, Curaçao, Argentina, and the host nation.
The debut of the team coached by Abeisys Pantoja will be on January 24 against Nicaragua at the Roberto Clemente Stadium in Masaya. Throughout the tournament, they will also play at the Nacional Soberanía Stadium in Managua and the Rigoberto López Pérez Stadium in León.
According to the format, the top four teams will advance to the semifinals, scheduled for January 29, with the medal matches taking place the following day.
In addition to this commitment, the Leñadores will also compete for the island in the second edition of the Champions League of the Americas, which will take place in Mexico in April 2025.
The Americas Baseball Series marks the beginning of a new phase in the international calendar of regional baseball, with Cuba actively participating in its leadership. Pérez Pardo serves as the vice president of ABAM, while Luis Daniel del Risco, the treasurer of the Cuban federation, acts as the first member of the organization.
Las Tunas, one of the most stable teams of the past decade on the island, takes on the challenge with the hope of strengthening the presence of Cuban baseball on the international stage, in a context that demands strong competitive results and a renewal in the approach to national sports.
Frequently Asked Questions about the participation of the Leñadores de Las Tunas in the Americas Baseball Series
What does it mean for the Leñadores de Las Tunas to participate in the Americas Baseball Series?
Participating in the Americas Baseball Series represents an opportunity for the Leñadores de Las Tunas to gauge their competitive level against teams from throughout the region. This international event is significant for Cuban baseball, as it provides a platform to strengthen its presence on the global stage.
Which teams will compete alongside Cuba in the Americas Baseball Series?
In addition to the Leñadores de Las Tunas representing Cuba, the Americas Baseball Series will feature teams from Panama, Colombia, Curacao, Argentina, and the host country, Nicaragua. This tournament serves as a platform for teams from the Americas to showcase their talent and compete for regional supremacy.
What is the format of the Americas Baseball Series tournament?
The tournament format stipulates that the top four teams will advance to the semifinals, scheduled for January 29, with the medal matches taking place the following day. This system allows teams to showcase their skill in a knockout phase to reach the finals.
What challenges does Cuban baseball face in the current international context?
Cuban baseball faces significant challenges in today's international context, such as the need for a renewal in approach and achieving competitive success. The emigration of talent and structural limitations are obstacles that Cuba must overcome to maintain its relevance in global baseball.
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