Luis Robert Jr. sets a record for stolen bases by Cubans in Major League Baseball

He surpassed José Canseco (1988), Leonys Martín (2014), and Randy Arozarena (2025), who previously held the best record, all with eight "stolen bases" in the month of April.

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The baseball player Luis Robert Jr., from the Chicago White Sox, continues to make history in the Major Leagues, after becoming the first player born in Cuba to achieve 10 stolen bases during the month of April.

In a record-breaking achievement for Cuban players in the MLB, Robert Jr. surpassed José Canseco (1988), Leonys Martín (2014), and Randy Arozarena (2025), who previously held the best record, all with eight "steals" in this month, according to journalist Francys Romero on Facebook.

The explosive performance of Luis Robert Jr., known as "La Pantera," solidifies his reputation as one of the fastest and most dynamic players of his generation, although he still needs to maintain consistency in his performances.

In fact, today he is one of the main faces of a White Sox team that holds a negative record of only 7 wins and 21 losses.

Frequently asked questions about Luis Robert Jr. and Cuban talent in the MLB

What record did Luis Robert Jr. set in Major League Baseball?

Luis Robert Jr. set a stolen base record for Cuban players in the MLB by achieving 10 stolen bases during the month of April. This record surpasses the previous record of 8 stolen bases held by José Canseco, Leonys Martín, and Randy Arozarena.

What is the current situation of the Chicago White Sox in MLB?

Despite the impressive performance of Luis Robert Jr., the Chicago White Sox have a losing record with only 7 wins and 21 losses in the current season. Luis Robert Jr. is one of the key figures on the team, known for his speed and dynamism.

What is the impact of Cuban talent in the Major Leagues in 2025?

Cuban talent in MLB has reached a historic milestone with 26 players on the 2025 Opening Day rosters. This reflects an increase in the presence and impact of Cuban players in the best baseball in the world, despite the migratory and political challenges they face.

How has international presence in MLB evolved?

MLB has a strong international presence, with 27.8% of players born outside the 50 states of the U.S. In 2025, 265 players from 18 nations and territories participated in Opening Day, with the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, and Cuba standing out as the countries with the highest representation.

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