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The National Institute of Sports, Physical Education and Recreation (INDER) announced this Friday the passing of former player Armando Capiró Laferté, one of the great figures of Cuban baseball.
In a post on its official X account, the organization stated: “The Cuban sport is in mourning: Armando Capiró Laferté, an iconic figure in our baseball, has passed away. His body is laid out at the funeral home in Santiago de las Vegas, and the burial will take place today at 10:30 a.m. at the Colón Necropolis.”
The vice president of INDER, Omar Venegas Echemendía, expressed sorrow over the news and highlighted the legacy of the former player by stating that his commitment, discipline, and results influenced generations. He also extended condolences to his family and loved ones on behalf of the sports organization.
The Cuban Baseball and Softball Federation also expressed its sorrow over the loss of the athlete, whom it described as an "essential name in Cuban baseball," and recalled his six world championships, offensive records, regional and continental accolades, as well as his humility and love for his people.
Born on March 22, 1948, in Santiago de las Vegas, Havana, Capiró was recognized as one of the toughest sluggers to emerge in the National Baseball Series, as noted by the Ecured Encyclopedia.
He was the first player in the history of Cuban winter baseball to hit more than 20 home runs in a season and the first to reach the mark of 100 home runs. Throughout his career, he played with the teams Habana, Metropolitanos, and Industriales, standing out for his batting power and his strong, accurate arm from the outfield.
The INDER announced that the body of the former player is at the Santiago de las Vegas funeral home and that the burial will take place this Friday at 10:30 a.m. at the Colón Necropolis in Havana.
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