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Cuban baseball players Andy Pagés and Daysbel Hernández shone this Wednesday in a new day of the 2025 season of the Major Leagues, solidifying their strong performance at the highest level of professional baseball.
Pagés, with home runs on consecutive days
The Los Angeles Dodgers' outfielder, Andy Pagés, hit his fourth home run of the season — the second in consecutive days — during the game against the Chicago Cubs, which ended 7-6 in favor of the Illinois team, according to the specialist site Pelota Cubana.
Pagés was batting sixth and playing center field, and he responded with a solo home run in the sixth inning, against a changeup (78.6 mph) from left-handed pitcher Matthew Boyd, which flew 377 feet into left field and left the bat at 100.9 mph. It was his 17th home run in MLB, five of which have come against left-handed pitchers, and four of those with no runners on base this season.
Despite their offensive contribution, the Dodgers couldn't avoid their second consecutive loss to the Cubs. Pagés finished the game with a 4-1 record, scoring one run and driving in another. In the current season, he has a batting average of .183, with 13 hits, 4 home runs, and 7 RBIs in 22 games.
Daysbel Hernández, key player in the Braves' bullpen
In another matchup, the Atlanta Braves defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 4-1 at Truist Park, with a strong performance from Cuban reliever Daysbel Hernández, who secured his third win of the year and remains undefeated in 2025.
The pitcher from Pinar worked one and a third innings without allowing any runs or walks. He only gave up one hit and recorded two strikeouts. He entered in the eighth inning as a relief for Rafael Montero and kept the San Luis offense at bay to maintain the lead.
According to the cited source, Hernández, with a record of 3-0 and two "holds", has been a key player in Atlanta's bullpen and has been involved in half of the team's victories this season, making him the pitcher with the most wins on the roster managed by Brian Snitker.
Frequently asked questions about the performance of Cuban players in MLB 2025
What has been Andy Pagés' performance in the 2025 MLB season?
Andy Pagés has hit four home runs this season, highlighting his recent performance by hitting home runs on consecutive days. Despite his offensive contribution, his batting average is .183, with 13 hits, 4 home runs, and 7 RBIs in 22 games.
What has been the impact of Daysbel Hernández on the Atlanta Braves during 2025?
Daysbel Hernández has been key in the Atlanta Braves' bullpen, achieving his third victory of the season without a loss. His impressive performance includes keeping opponents at bay for an inning and a third, not allowing any runs or walks, establishing himself as one of the team's most successful pitchers.
What achievements has Andy Pagés made in his MLB career so far?
Andy Pagés became the third Cuban to win the World Series in his debut year in MLB with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2024. This achievement places him alongside other legends of Cuban baseball such as Bárbaro Garbey and Orlando "El Duque" Hernández.
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