A total of 12 players born in Cuba are present in the 2024 Major League Baseball postseason, highlighting the growing influence of players from the island in the elite of baseball.
According to journalist Francys Romero on the social network Facebook, among the confirmed names are Yennier Cano and Cionel Pérez, who are part of the pitching staff of the Baltimore Orioles. Andy Ibáñez is also included, who joined the Detroit Tigers and has shown consistency throughout the year.
The Kansas City Royals have two important figures: veteran Yulieski Gurriel and speedy Dairon Blanco, while in the Houston Astros, Yordan Álvarez remains an unstoppable force in the offense.
The Atlanta Braves have three Cubans on their roster: slugger Jorge Soler, sensational closer Raisel Iglesias, and debutant Daysbel Hernández, who will play a crucial role in the fight for the championship.
Completing the list, José "Candelita" Iglesias will represent the New York Mets, Adrián Morejón will be with the San Diego Padres, and Andy Pagés, a young prospect of the Los Angeles Dodgers, will make his debut in the playoffs.
These 12 players are part of the rich tradition of Cuban baseball in the MLB, reaffirming their impact on the most important league in the world and carrying Cuban pride into the quest for glory in October.
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