BASEBALL
Despaigne, the best of the year
Alfredo Despaigne was selected as Cuba's player of the year by the National Baseball Directorate, in recognition of his outstanding performances in both the National Series and in Japan
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Alfredo Despaigne was selected as Cuba's player of the year by the National Baseball Directorate, in recognition of his outstanding performances in both the National Series and in Japan
“Today is a happy day for Cuban baseball, for the world, the people of Cuba and the United States,” stated Higinio Vélez Carrión, president of the Cuban Baseball Federation (FCB), referring to the agreement to allow Cuban players to sign with the Major Leagues
There are various reasons why the quality of Cuba’s pitchers has declined. The National Baseball Directorate held a meeting to analyze the causes, which include problems accurately pitching toward the strike zone, and inability to throw inside, given a lack of control and the resulting fear of hitting the batter
Cuban baseball advances in the Canadian American League
There are few players who, with their devotion to baseball and hard work, have played more than 20 years - some are well known, others not, but all deserving of more respect
In an epic playoff final, the Granma Sorrels swept two-time champions Ciego de Ávila to win their first title in the 56th National Baseball Series
Four teams, the survivors after a long 90-game season, are vying for the ultimate title of Cuba’s national sport: that of the 56th edition of the National Baseball Series. Twelve squads failed to make the cut, including historic teams such as Industriales and Pinar del Río
Cuba's historic response was recalled yesterday, July 13, with a gala event at the Manuel Fajardo University of Physical Culture and Sports Sciences
Granma takes a look at different aspects that have influenced Cuba’s performance in the last four editions of the World Baseball Classic
For over five years Cuban baseball’s top batter was Osmani Urrutia: the star player from Macagua 8, Las Tunas, and winner of six titles