Cardinals Winter League Notebook 2-6-2020: Pedro Rodriguez Strikes Out One Over One Scoreless Inning For The Save; Bob Thurman & Armando Rios To Be Inducted Into Caribbean Series Hall Of Fame; Ivan Herrera Could Play In World Baseball Classic

Victoria venezolana 2-0 ante Panamá. #SeriedelCaribe2020 #WapaDeportes pic.twitter.com/8Iu6bvgRvU

— #WAPADeportes (@wapadeportes) February 5, 2020

Australian Baseball League Championship:

Friday's Game:
Adeliade (0-0) visits Melbourne (0-0)


Caribbean Series:

Cesar Valera (former Palm Beach-Lara) started at second base and batted seventh.  0-for-2 with one hit by pitch, one strikeout, one throwing error, one fielding error, and assisted in one double play.
Pedro Rodriguez (former MiLB signing-Lara) entered in the ninth and pitched one inning.  He allowed one hit, no runs, and struck one out for the save (1).  (p-s:18-16)(g/f:1-1)

Lara beat Chiriqui 2-0
MLB Official Site Post Game

Raul Valdes (former St. Louis-Azucareros) started and pitched 3.2 innings.  He allowed six hits, four earned runs, three walks, hit one batter, threw one wild pitch, and struck one out.  (p-s:78-45)(g/f:3-3)

Azucareros beat Santurce 5-4
MLB Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Cuba will not be invited to the 2021 Caribbean Series: MLB Official Site

Bob Thurman (former Omaha) and Armando Rios (former Memphis) will be inducted into the Caribbean Series Hall of Fame: Listin Diario

Colombia would like to host the 2022 Caribbean Series: El Nuevo Dia

Reporter was fired in Cuba for questioning the commissioner: Diario de Cuba

Norge Carlos Vera (Santiago) threw for 15 organizations on Wednesday in Dominican Republic: Pelota Cubana Blog

Thursday's Games:
Culiacan (4-1) visits Lara (4-1) @ 1:30 PM
Santurce (2-3) visits Azucareros (4-1) @ 7:00 PM


World Baseball Classic:

Notes:
Ivan Herrera (Springfield) could play for Panama: MLB Panama Twitter

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 2-3-2020: Pedro Echemendia Strikes Out One & Allows One Run Over Four & Two-Thirds Innings; Edgard Montiel Singles Twice & Drives In Two Runs; Pedro Rodriguez Strikes Out One Over One Hitless/Scoreless Inning For The Hold

El 🇨🇺 Pedro Echemendía con recta en 3-2 consigue ponche y Colombia y Panamá siguen empatados a cero tras dos innings. pic.twitter.com/0S3RuznEuM

— Francys Romero (@FrancysRomero10) February 2, 2020

Nicaraguan League:

Edgard Montiel (former DSL-Boer) 2-for-3 with two RBIs and one run.

Boer beat Matagalpa 9-4

Notes:
Erisbel Arruebarruena (Matanzas) will travel with Cuban team to play in series against Nicaragua: Nicaraguan Official Site

No Games Scheduled Until Friday


Caribbean Series:

Pedro Echemendia (former Memphis-Monteria) started and pitched 4.2 innings.  He allowed three hits, one unearned run, one walk, and struck one out for the losing decision (0-1).  (p-s:55-35)(g/f:7-3)
Jose Almarante (former Memphis-Monteria) entered in the eighth and pitched to two batters.  He allowed no hits or runs, one walk, and hit one batter.  (p-s:7-2)

Chiriqui beat Monteria 1-0
MLB Official Site Post Game

Cesar Valera (former Palm Beach-Lara) entered late in the game at shortstop and batted second.  0-for-1 at the plate.
Pedro Rodriguez (former MiLB signing-Lara) entered in the eighth and pitched one inning.  He allowed no hits or runs, and struck one out for the hold (1).  (p-s:16-10)(g/f:2-0)

Lara beat Azucareros 3-2
MLB Official Site Post Game

Monday's Games:
Chiriqui (1-1) visits Culiacan (1-1) @ 9:00 AM
Azucareros (1-1) visits Monteria (0-2) @ 1:00 PM
Santurce (1-1) visits Lara (2-0) @ 7:00 PM


World Baseball Classic (March 22, 2020):

Notes:
Raul Valdes (former St. Louis-Azucareros) will pitch for the Dominican Republic: Azucareros Official Site

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 1-26-2020: Jeremy Hazelbaker & Mikey Reynolds Each Single, Walk, & Drive In One Run; Efren Navarro Collects Two Singles & One Double; Jeremy Martinez Walks Twice

GK playing hard today, we're down by four 😮 Here's former Big Leaguer Jeremy Hazelbaker making a highlight tho 🤩 pic.twitter.com/rh4dTN94Yb

— Adelaide Giants Baseball Club (@AdelaideGiants) January 26, 2020

Cuban League:

Notes:
Luis Dannys Morales (Sancti Spiritus) is considered to be one of the top up and coming prospects in Cuba.  He struck out 18 over seven and two-thirds innings in one start: Pelota Cubana Blog

Cuba is expecting to export more players this spring and summer than before: Pelota Cubana Blog

The champion Matanzas will travel to Nicaragua for a four game series since they were not included in the Caribbean Series: Pelota Cubana Blog


Mexican Pacific League Championship:

Efren Navarro (former Memphis-Culiacan) started in left field and batted sixth.  3-for-4 with one double.

Mazatlan beat Culiacan 7-0
LMP Official Site Post Game

Sunday's Game:
Culiacan (2-1) visits Mazatlan (1-2) @ 6:00 PM MT


Dominican League Championship:

Sunday's Game:
Azucareros (3-2) visits Licey (2-3) @ 5:00 PM AST


Venezuelan League Championship:

Notes:
The league is having issues securing visas for players to attend the Caribbean Series: El Emergente

Sunday's Game:
Caribes (3-2) visits Lara (2-3) @ 6:00 PM VET


Australian Baseball League:

Jeremy Martinez (former Memphis-Brisbane) started at catcher and batted third.  0-for-2 with two walks.

Auckland beat Brisbane 4-3

Mikey Reynolds (former Springfield-Adelaide) started at shortstop and batted second.  1-for-3 with one RBI, one walk, one strikeout, and assisted in two double plays.
Jeremy Hazelbaker (former St. Louis-Adelaide) started as designated hitter and batted third.  1-for-4 with one RBI, one run, one walk, and two stolen bases.

Adelaide beat Goolong-Korea 6-5

Playoffs Begin On Tuesday


Nicaraguan League (January 31, 2020):

Notes:
Edgard Montiel (former DSL-Boer) has a total of 897 career hits in the spring/summer league: La Prensa


World Baseball Classic (March 20, 2020):

Notes:
Fidencio Flores (former GCL-Boer) and Edgard Montiel (former DSL-Boer) are listed on the Nicaraguan roster: La Prensa

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 1-20-2020: Anthony Garcia Named To 2019-20 LBPRC All-Star Team; Ramon Urias Doubled & Walked; Gabriel Lino Doubled

Los @GigantesCLBPRC regresan a su 🏡 para demostrar de qué están hechos. ¿Llegará la #Calma esta temporada para los Gigantes?🔥👀 pic.twitter.com/uknzDXJcii

— Liga de Béisbol Profesional Roberto Clemente🇵🇷 (@LBPRC) November 15, 2019

Mexican Pacific League Semifinals:

Ramon Urias (Memphis-Mochis) started at shortstop and batted third.  1-for-4 with one double, one run, and one walk.

Mochis beat Culiacan 6-2
LMP Official Site Post Game

Monday's Games:
Mazatlan (3-3) visits Obregon (3-3) @ 8:10 PM CT
Mochis (3-3) visits Culiacan (3-3) @ 7:35 PM MT


Dominican League Championship:

Notes:
Lino Rivera (former Arkansas-Azucareros MGR) is hoping to win: Azucareros Official Site

Monday's Game:
Licey (0-0) visits Azucareros (0-0) @ 7:35 PM AST


Venezuelan League Championship:

Gabriel Lino (former Memphis-Caribes) started at catcher and batted eighth.  1-for-4 with one double, allowed two stolen bases, and picked one runner off.
Liarvis Breto (MiLB signing-Caribes) entered in the eighth and pitched to four batters.  He allowed one hit, two earned runs, one intentional walk, and struck one out.  (p-s:8-5)(ir-s:1-1)
Jorge Rondon (former St. Louis-Caribes) entered in the eighth and pitched to two batters.  He allowed one hit, one earned run, and one walk.  (p-s:9-2)(ir-s:2-2)

Ildemaro Vargas (former Springfield-Lara) started at second base and batted leadoff.  1-for-3 with one run, one sacrifice, two strikeouts, one fielding error, and assisted in one double play.
Vicente Campos (former MiLB signing-Lara) entered in the seventh and pitched to four batters.  He allowed two hits and one unearned run for the blown save (1).  (p-s:8-8)(g/f:2-0)

Lara beat Caribes 6-2
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Monday's Games:
Caribes (0-1) visits Lara (1-0) @ 6:00 PM VET


Puerto Rican League Championship:

Notes:
Anthony Garcia (former Memphis-Carolina) was named to postseason All-Star team: LBPRC Official Site

Yadier Molina (St. Louis-Carolina) continued his Instagram posts targeting government officials for supplies wasted during Hurrican Maria: Primera Hora

Monday's Games:
Mayaguez (1-3) visits Santurce (3-1) @ 7:15 PM AST


Australian Baseball League:

Stats:
Jeremy Martinez (former Memphis-Brisbane) has played in 30 games going 30-for-86 (.349) with five doubles, six home runs, 14 RBIs, 53 total bases, 18 runs, 18 walks, ten strikeouts, .462 OBP, .616 SLG, and 1.079 OPS.
Shane Robinson (former St. Louis-Melbourne) has played in 12 games going 16-for-38 (.333) with one double, one home run, five RBIs, 20 total bases, nine runs, four walks, two stolen bases, three strikeouts, .385 OBP, .417 SLG, and .801 OPS.
Pete Kozma (former St. Louis-Perth) has played in 36 games going 34-for-143 (.238) with three doubles, three home runs, 19 RBIs, 46 total bases, 19 runs, nine walks, six stolen bases, 20 strikeouts, three caught stealing, .284 OBP, .322 SLG, and .606 OPS.
Jeremy Hazelbaker (former St. Louis-Adelaide) has played in eight games going 6-for-28 (.214) with two doubles, one RBI, eight total bases, three runs, one walk, eight strikeouts, one caught stealing, .290 OBP, .286 SLG, and .576 OPS.
Mikey Reynolds (former Springfield-Adelaide) has played in 31 games going 25-for-121 (.207) with three doubles, two RBIs, 28 total bases, 13 runs, nine walks, ten stolen bases, 19 strikeouts, three caught stealing, .260 OBP, .231 SLG, and .491 OPS.


World Baseball Classic (April 1, 2020):

Notes:
Cuba announced their preslection roster: El Nuevo Herald

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 1-16-2020: Isaac Silva Celebrates LBPN Championship; Jeremy Martinez Singles & Hits A Solo Home Run; Pedro Rodriguez Strikes Out Two & Holds Two Inherited Runners On Base Over Two Scoreless Innings

Mexican Pacific League Semifinals:

Efren Navarro (former Memphis-Culiacan) started in left field and batted sixth.  2-for-4 with one two-out RBI, one stolen base, and one strikeout.

Ramon Urias (Memphis-Mochis) started at shortstop.  He committed two fielding errors and was removed to illness.

Culiacan beat Mochis 4-0
LMP Official Site Post Game

Thursday's Games:
Culiacan (2-1) visits Mochis (1-2) @ 7:30 PM MT
Obregon (2-1) visits Mazatlan (1-2) @ 8:00 PM MT


Dominican League Round Robin:

Donovan Solano (former Memphis-Licey) started at third base and batted seventh.  0-for-4 at the plate.
Evan MacLane (former St. Louis-Licey) started and pitched three innings.  He allowed four hits, two earned runs, and one walk.  (g/f:4-2)

Robelys Reyes (former Springfield-Escogido) entered late in the game as a pinch runner.
Audry Perez (former St. Louis-Escogido) entered late in the game at catcher.

Escogido beat Licey 4-3
LIDOM Official Site Post Game

Rangel Ravelo (St. Louis-Cibaenas) started at first base and batted third.  1-for-4 with one RBI, one run, and assisted in one double play.

Cibaenas beat Azucareros 6-1
LIDOM Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Cibaenas is attempting to extend Rangel Ravelo (St. Louis), who's contract ran out Wednesday night: Luis Tomas Rae Barett Twitter

No Games Scheduled For Thursday


Venezuelan League Semifinals:

Ildemaro Vargas (former Springfield-Lara) started at second base and batted leadoff.  1-for-5 with two runs, one strikeout, and assisted in two double plays.
Vicente Campos (former MiLB signing-Lara) entered in the eighth and pitched one inning.  He allowed one hit and one earned run.  (p-s:19-12)(g/f:1-1)
Pedro Rodriguez (former MiLB signing-Lara) entered in the ninth and pitched two innings.  He allowed no hits or runs, one walk, and struck two out for the winning decision (1-0).  (p-s:23-12)(g/f:1-2)(ir-s:2-0)

Lara beat Zulia 6-5 in 10 innings
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Kristhiam Linares (former Springfield-La Guaira) entered in the 13th and pitched to one batter.  He allowed one hit and no runs.  (p-s:2-2)(ir-s:3-1)

Cesar Valera (former Palm Beach-Caribes) started at second base and batted third.  0-for-4 with one run, one walk, one hit by pitch, one stolen base, one strikeout, and assisted in two double plays.
Gabiel Lino (former Memphis-Caribes) started at catcher and batted eighth.  0-for-5 with one walk and two strikeouts.
Liarvis Breto (MiLB signing-Caribes) entered in the eighth and pitched to three batters.  He allowed one hit and no runs.  (p-s:6-5)(g/f:2-0)
Jorge Rondon (former St. Louis-Caribes) entered in the eighth and pitched to one batter.  He allowed no hits or runs, and struck one out.  (p-s:3-3)(ir-s:1-0)

Caribes beat La Guaira 3-2 in 12 innings
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Luis Bandes (former Johnson City-La Guaira) received votes for the 2019-20 Rookie of the Year: LVBP Official Site

Thursday's Games:
Lara (2-1) visits Zulia (1-2) @ 6:00 PM VET
La Guaira (0-3) visits Zulia (3-0) @ 6:00 PM VET


Puerto Rican League Championship:

Yariel Gonzalez (Springfield-Mayaguez) started in right field and batted eighth.  0-for-4 with one stolen base, one strikeout, one outfield assist, and assisted in one double play.

Santurce beat Mayaguez 4-3
LBPRC Official Site Post Game

Thursday's Game:
Santurce (1-0) visits Mayaguez (0-1) @ 7:15 PM AST


Nicaraguan League:

Championship Final Stats:
Edgard Montiel (former DSL-Chinandega) played in five games going 7-for-22 (.318) with three home runs, nine RBIs, 16 total bases, five runs, one walk, one hit by pitch, seven strikeouts, grounded into one double play, .375 OBP, .727 OBP, and 1.102 OPS.

Isaac Silva (former Johnson City-Leon) made two starts posting a 0-0 record, 23.14 ERA, and 5.14 WHIP.  He allowed seven hits, eight runs (six earned), one home run, five walks (one intentional), and struck two out over 2.1 innings.


Australian Baseball League:

Pete Kozma (former St. Louis-Perth) started at shortstop and batted second.  0-for-4 with one strikeout and assisted in two double plays.

Perth beat Geelong-Korea 4-0

Jeremy Hazelbaker (former St. Louis-Adelaide) started in right field and batted second.  1-for-4 with one double and one run.
Mikey Reynolds (former Springfield-Adelaide) started at shortstop and batted third.  0-for-4 with one strikeout.

Shane Robinson (former St. Louis-Melbourne) started in centerfield and batted second.  2-for-3 with two runs and one walk.

Melbourne beat Adelaide 5-2

Jeremy Martinez (former Memphis-Brisbane) started at catcher and batted third.  2-for-3 with one home run, one two-out RBI, and two runs.

Brisbane beat Sydney 8-3

Friday's Games:
Perth (19-14) visits Geelong-Korea (10-23)
Auckland (19-14) visits Canberra (13-15)
Adelaide (19-10) visits Melbourne (19-14)
Sydney (13-20) visits Brisbane (15-17)


World Baseball Classic Qualifier (March 20, 2020):

Notes:
Tournament set-up has been released for games to be played in Arizona: La Prensa

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 1-10-2020: Francisco Pena Singles Twice & Hits A Solo Home Run; Ramon Urias Singles, Doubles, Walks, & Drives In One Run; Rangel Ravelo Singles Twice, Knocks In One Run, & Headed To KBO

Cuadrangular de Francisco Peña 🚀 pic.twitter.com/xKfUvTVQvm

— Grupo Pappy Pérez (@GrupoPappyPerez) January 10, 2020

Mexican Pacific League Playoffs:

Ramon Urias (Memphis-Mochis) started at shortstop and batted third.  2-for-3 with one double, one RBI, two runs, and one walk.

Jalisco beat Mochis 13-5
LMP Official Site Post Game

Irving Lopez (Springfield-Hermosillo) started at shortstop and batted eighth.  0-for-2 at the plate.

Fernando Salas (former St. Louis-Hermosillo) entered in the ninth and pitched one inning.  He allowed one hit and no runs.  (p-s:11-8)(g/f:2-1)

Mazatlan beat Hermosillo 1-0
LMP Official Site Post Game

Friday's Game:
Mochis (3-3) visits Jalisco (3-3) @ 8:00 PM CT

Dominican League Round Robin:

Robelys Reyes (former Springfield-Escogido) entered late in the game as a pinch runner.

Audry Perez (former St. Louis-Escogido) entered late in the game as a pinch runner and scored.

Azucareros beat Escogido 8-7 in 13 innings
LIDOM Official Site Post Game

Donovan Solano (former Memphis-Licey) started at third base and batted second.  2-for-4 and assisted in one double play.

Evan MacLane (former St. Louis-Licey) started and pitched four innings.  He allowed six hits, four earned runs, three home runs, hit one batter, and struck two out for the losing decision (1-1).  (g/f:5-2)

Rangel Ravelo (St. Louis-Cibaenas) started at first base and batted third.  2-for-4 with one RBI and assisted in three double plays.

Francisco Pena (former St. Louis-Cibaenas) started at catcher and batted eighth.  3-for-4 with one home run, one two-out RBI, and one run.

Cibaenas beat Licey 6-0
LIDOM Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Rangel Ravelo (St. Louis-Cibaenas) is headed to KBO and will continue to play for Cibaenas: Cibaenas Official Site

Friday's Games:
Cibaenas (5-8) visits Licey (7-6) @ 7:15 PM AST
Escogido (5-8) visits Azucareros (9-4) @ 7:30 PM AST

Venezuelan League Playoffs:

Stats:
Cesar Valera (former Palm Beach-Caribes) has played in five games going 8-for-19 (.421) with one double, one triple, 11 total bases, two runs, one walk, three strikeouts, .476 OBP, .579 SLG, and 1.055 OPS.
Ildemaro Vargas (former Springfield-Lara) has played in two games going 3-for-9 (.333) with three total bases, one walk, one strikeout, one caught stealing, .400 OBP, .333 SLG, and .733 OPS.
Gabriel Lino (former Memphis-Caribes) has played in four games going 4-for-13 (.308) with one triple, two RBIs, six total bases, two runs, one walk, four strikeouts, .400 OBP, .462 SLG, and .862 OPS.
Ronny Cedeno (former MLB signing-Magallanes) has played in five games going 6-for-20 (.300) with one triple, three RBIs, eight total bases, two runs, one walk, four strikeouts, one caught stealing, .333 OBP, .400 SLG, and .733 OPS.
Wilfredo Tovar (former Memphis-Caracas) has played in five games going 4-for-21 (.190) with two RBIs, four total bases, one run, one stolen base, two strikeouts, .190 OBP, .190 SLG, and .381 OPS.
Oscar Hernandez (MiLB signing-Magallanes) has played in three games going 1-for-7 (.143) with one double, one RBI, two total bases, .143 OBP, .286 SLG, and .429 OPS.
Jose Garcia (former Memphis-Caracas) has played in two games going 0-for-1 (.000) with one run and one strikeout.
Luis Bandes (former Johnson City-La Guaira) has played in one game going 0-for-1 (.000).
Wilfred Vivas (former GCL-Magallanes) has played in one game and scored one run.

Williams Perez (Springfield free agent-Lara) has made one start posting a 0-0 record, 0.00 ERA, and 0.67 WHIP.  He's allowed three hits, no runs, one walk, and struck eight out over six innings.
Edubray Ramos (former VSL-La Guaira) has made four relief appearances posting a 0-0 record, 0.00 ERA, 0.75 WHIP, and one hold.  He's allowed three hits, no runs, and struck two out over four innings.
Miguel Socolovich (former St. Louis-Caracas) has made two relief appearances posting a 1-0 record, 0.00 ERA, and 0.86 WHIP.  He's allowed two hits, no runs, and struck three out over 2.1 innings.
Kristhiam Linares (former Springfield-La Guaira) has made three relief appearances posting a 0-0 frecord, 0.00 ERA, 2.00 WHIP, and one hold.  He's allowed two hits, no runs, and struck one out over one inning.
Jorge Rondon (former St. Louis-Magallanes) has made four relief appearances posting a 0-0 record, 2.08 ERA, and 1.15 WHIP.  He's allowed three hits, one earned run, two walks, and struck two out over 4.1 innings.
Nestor Molina (former MiLB signing-Lara) has made two starts posting a 0-0 record, 2.70 ERA, and 1.60 WHIP.  He's allowed 12 hits, three earned runs, four walks, and struck six out over ten innings.
Pedro Rodriguez (former MiLB signing-Lara) has made five relief appearances posting a 0-0 record, 2.70 ERA, 1.35 WHIP, and three holds.  He's allowed six hits, two earned runs, three walks, and struck three out over 6.2 innings.
Elniery Garcia (former Memphis-Caracas) has made one start posting a 0-0 record,. 4.50 ERA, and 1.25 WHIP.  He's allowed four hits, four runs (two earned), one walk, and struck one out over four innings.
Vicente Campos (former MiLB signing-Lara) has made four relief appearances posting a 0-0 record, 8.10 ERA, 2.40 WHIP, and two holds.  He's allowed six hits, six runs (three earned), and two walks over 3.1 innings.
Liarvis Breto (MiLB signing-Caribes) has made two relief appearances posting a 0-0 record, 9.00 ERA, and 2.00 WHIP.  He's allowed one hit, one earned run, one walk, hit one batter, and struck two out over one inning.

Notes:
The LVBP is still reviewing the brawl from the Zulia-Caribes game: El Emergente

Friday's Games:
Caribes (2-3) visits Zulia (3-2) @ 6:00 PM VET
Caracas (2-3) visits La Guaira (3-2) @ 6:00 PM VET
Magallanes (2-3) visits Lara (3-2) @ 6:00 PM VET

Puerto Rican League Playoffs:

Jonathan Rodriguez (former Memphis-Manati) started as designated hitter and batted eighth.  0-for-3 at the plate.

Santurce beat Manati 2-0
LBPRC Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Puebla (LMB) has signed Pedro Echemendia (former Memphis-Caguas) for the 2020 season: Pelota Cubana Blog

Friday's Game:
Carolina (2-1) visits Mayaguez (1-2) @ 1:00 PM AST


Nicaraguan League Championship:

Round Robin Final Stats:
Edgard Montiel (former DSL-Chinandega) played in six games going 8-for-20 (.400) with one double, one home run, five RBIs, 12 total bases, five runs, five walks (one intentional), two hit by pitches, two sac flies, six strikeouts, .517 OBP, .600 SLG, and 1.117 OPS.

Ronald Medrano (former GCL-Leon) has made two starts posting a 0-1 record, 6.35 ERA, and 2.12 WHIP.  He allowed seven hits, four earned runs, five walks, threw one wild pitch, and struck seven out over 5.2 innings.
Isaac Silva (former Johnson City-Leon) made three appearances (two stats) posting a 0-1 record, 9.35 ERA, and 1,96 WHIP.  He allowed 13 hits, 11 runs (nine earned), four walks (one intentional), threw two wild pitches, hit one batter, and struck 12 out over 8.2 innings.

Notes:
Nicaragua will play in the World Baseball Preclassic in March: La Prensa

Friday's Games:
Chinandega (1-0) visits Leon (0-1) @ 6:00 PM


Australian Baseball League:

Jeremy Martinez (former Memphis-Brisbane) started at catcher and batted third.  1-for-2 with one double, one run, one walk, and allowed one stolen base.

Canberra beat Brisbane 11-4

Pete Kozma (former St. Louis-Perth) started at shortstop and batted second.  1-for-4 with one run and one stolen base.

Jeremy Hazelbaker (former St. Louis-Adelaide) started in left field and batted second.  1-for-4 with one double, one two-out RBI, and two strikeouts.
Mikey Reynolds (former Springfield-Adelaide) started at shortstop and batted third.  1-for-4 with one stolen base.

Adelaide beat Perth 3-2

Saturday's Games:
Perth (17-12) visits Adelaide (17-8) for a doubleheader
Canberra (12-14) visits Brisbane (13-17) for a doubleheader
Melbourne (16-13) visits Geelong-Korea (9-20) for a doubleheader
Auckland (17-13) visits Sydney (13-17)

Corey Baker Interview On His 2017 World Baseball Classic & Venezuelan League Experience

Corey Baker - Israel (World Baseball Classic)

Traveling was the name of the game for Corey Baker as his 2016 season rounded out and on through the 2017 year.  The 27-year old right-hander went from Brooklyn, NY to Israel to Jupiter, FL to Seoul, South Korea to Tokyo, Japan to Springfield, MO and finally Caracas, Venezuela.

After finishing off one of his toughest seasons in 2016, spending time with Double-A Springfield and Triple-A Memphis, he was selected to represent Israel in the World Baseball Classic.  Baker helped pitch Israel through the WBC qualifier in Brooklyn, NY in September.  He, along with a group of other players, were invited to travel to Israel in January 2017 to meet the fans and local officials.

Spring training began a couple weeks later and Baker was invited to big league camp with the St. Louis Cardinals and not more than a month after he began his trek to Seoul for the first round of the WBC.

Israel swept through their first three opponents in the first round of the WBC and the underdogs pushed on into the second round.  The second round saw much tougher competition and the team fell in two of three games in Tokyo.

Following the WBC, Baker was assigned to Springfield, where he spent the entire season.  He put up one of his best seasons (2-1 record, 2.48 ERA, career-high six saves, 32 strikeouts over 40 innings) and earned himself the Texas League Mid-Season All-Star nomination.  Baker would soon be released despite the numbers.

Baker took some time off, after the release, and prepared for winter ball in Venezuela.  Caracas was the team he negotiated with during the minor league season and took on the opportunity to showcase for possible future clubs.  He pitched for Leones up until Thanksgiving.  He made 15 appearances (one start) posting a 1-0 record, 3.74 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, four holds, and struck out 21 over 21.2 innings.

I reached out to Corey at the beginning of the Venezuelan League season to see if he would take on some questions about his past year, from the World Baseball Classic to Cardinals and Venezuela.  These questions were answered before the MLB winter meetings.

Corey Baker - Leones del Caracas (Venezuelan League)

Josh Jones: What was it like to be chosen to pitch for Israel in the World Baseball Classic and would you do it again?

Corey Baker: Pitching for Israel in the WBC was one of the best experiences of my life. It was great to represent that country and we had a lot of fun as a team. I will definitely do it again, we'll be back in 4 years.

J.J.: How does it feel to help push Israel into the second round of the WBC?

C.B.: It felt good to get that win in the first round that sent us to the second round. I don't think a lot of people expected us to move on so it was very satisfying to pitch so well and win.

J.J.: How do you feel your 2017 season turned out?

C.B.: I was really happy with how I threw in 2017. From the WBC to AA to Winter Ball, I continued to get better throughout the year and I think the numbers support that.

J.J.: How do you feel your time in the Cardinals organization went?  Disappointed not making it to the majors?

C.B.: A lot comes to mind when I think about my time with the Cardinals. Obviously the goal was to pitch in the majors so on that end it wasn't a success. But I learned a lot about myself and the game and met a lot of great people along the way.

J.J.: How did it come about that you would pitch in Venezuela?

C.B.: I started speaking to Caracas during the season, and ultimately decided it would be a great place to showcase to other teams what I could do now that I am a free agent.

J.J.: What did you intend to work on while pitching in Venezuela?

C.B.: A big part of going over there was showcasing what I could do. I just wanted to keep refining all of my pitches and my delivery and I feel like I did that.

J.J.: Did you or family/friends have any concerns about you pitching in Venezuela?

C.B.: There were minor concerns, but once it was decided the league was going to take place I knew the teams would keep the players secure.

J.J.: How well did the fans/club embrace you while in Venezuela?

C.B.: The fans in Venezuela are extremely passionate. They welcomed us really well, and I had a great experience playing for Caracas. They go above and beyond to make sure we are taken care of.

J.J.: How were the living arrangements and area you stayed?

C.B.: The living arrangements were a hotel that was attached to a mall, so really we had everything we needed right underneath us.

J.J.: Did you do any sight seeing or take part on any extra activities outside of baseball?

C.B.: Unfortunetly with the state of the country we didn't get to do a whole lot outside of baseball, but I was there to play and maybe one day I will have the chance to go back and see more.

J.J: What adjustments did you have to make on your trip and stay?

C.B.: Adjustments I had to make were just figuring out how to get on a good routine and schedule when things are run just a little differently, but it helps you learn to do some stuff on the fly.

J.J.: Were there any teammates/people that helped you get settled in and comfortable?  (Jason Simontacchi)

C.B.: It definitely helped having Simontacchi down there, and eventually Miguel Socolovich came down so there were some guys that I knew. All the players on the team really do a great job of helping the imports.

J.J. How do you feel about pitching for the top team in the LVBP?

C.B.: I loved being in Caracas and we had a great team. Those guys are still winning now, and I am really pulling for them to keep winning. They do things the right way and have a great staff. Mike Rojas was great to play for and he has them going the right direction.

J.J.: Do you have any tips/recommendations for someone considering winter ball and would you return to Venezuela?

C.B.: I would say absolutely go for it. I have heard some negative things about winter ball, but everything I experienced was positive. It is a highly competitive league and it will get you better and get you a chance to experience a new culture.

J.J.: What are your goals for 2018?

C.B.: My goals for 2018 are to get to the big leagues. It is really simple for me, I have been playing professionally since 2011 I am as ready as I have ever been. I honestly feel like I just had my best season as a professional.

J.J.: Do you feel you are up to the challenge of pitching at the Major League level and why?

C.B.: As I just mentioned I think I am up for the challenge. The international experience of the WBC and pitching at the upper level of the minors has definitely gotten me to a place where I am ready to compete.

J.J.: Have there been any interest by clubs to sign you at this time?

C.B.: Right now we are just waiting for the winter meetings and some other things to fall into place, but hopefully in the next couple of weeks we'll know more about where I will end up next season.


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Cardinals Winter League Notebook 2-9-17: Randy Ruiz Jersey Heading To Baseball Hall Of Fame; Yadier Molina Anxious To Represent Puerto Rico In World Baseball Classic; List Of Current & Former Cardinals Players On WBC Rosters

Randy Ruiz - Criollos de Caguas

Australian Baseball League Championship:

Friday's Game:
Brisbane (23-19) visits Melbourne (26-14)) @ 7:30 PM AET


California Winter League:

Final Regular Season Standings:
1. Palm Spring Chill 11-3
2. Palm Springs Power 11-3
3. Toronto 9-6
4. New York 9-6
5. Oregon 9-6
6. British Columbia 7-6
7. Canada 7-7
8. Hit King 7-7
9. Manitoba 6-9
10. Coachella Valley 5-10
11. Washington 3-12
12. Alberta 3-12

Thursday's Playoff Games:
Manitoba (6-9) visits Hit King (7-7) @ 9:00 AM
Washington (3-12) visits British Columbia (7-6) @ 10:00 AM
Coachella Valley (5-10) visits Canada (7-7) @ 11:30 AM
Alberta (3-12) visits Oregon (9-6) @ 12:30 PM


Caribbean Series:

Final Stats:
Ronny Cedeno (former MLB signing-Zulia) played in four games going 9-for-19 (.474) with two doubles, four RBIs, 11 total bases, three runs, four strikeouts, .474 OBP, .579 SLG, and 1.053 OPS.
Donovan Solano (former Memphis-Licey) played in four games going 2-for-16 (.125) with two total bases, three strikeouts, .125 OBP, .125 SLG, and .250 OPS.
Randy Ruiz (former MiLB signing-Caguas) played in three games going 1-for-11 (.091) with one total base, four strikeouts, .167 OBP, .091 SLG, and .258 OPS.
Ruben Gotay (former Memphis-Caguas) played in six games going 1-for-20 (.050) with one total bases, three runs, six walks, three strikeouts, .269 OBP, .050 SLG, and .319 OPS.

Joel Pineiro (former St. Louis-Caguas) made one relief appearance posting a 0-0 record, 0.00 ERA, and 0.00 WHIP.  He allowed no hits or runs, and struck one out over one inning.
J.C. Romero (former St. Louis-Caguas) made one relief appearance posting a 0-0 record, 13.50 ERA, and 1.50 WHIP.  He allowed one hit, one earned run, and one home run over 0.2 innings.
Pedro Rodriguez (former MiLB signing-Zulia) made two relief appearances posting a 0-1 record, 36.00 ERA, 5.00 WHIP, and one hold.  He allowed four hits, four earned runs, one home run, one walk, and struck one out over one inning.

Notes:
Randy Ruiz's (former MiLB signing-Caguas) jersey will be one of the items on display, from the Caribbean Series, at the Baseball Hall of Fame: MLB Official Site

Miguel Batista (former St. Louis) and Octavio Dotel (former St. Louis) will hold their first seminar on Friday for the education of ballplayers coming up in the Dominican Republic: El Caribe

Caguas arrived home to the welcome of fans after winning the championship: El Nuevo Dia

Misael Siverio (Aguascalientes-Mexicali/Aragua) considered retirement after being released by Seattle and talks Caribbean Series: El Nuevo Herald


World Baseball Classic (March 6, 2017):

Notes:
Tony Pena (former St. Louis-Dominican Republic MGR) said everyone will get a chance to play that was selected for the team: El Caribe

Yadier Molina (St. Louis-Puerto Rico) is very anxious to represent his country in the WBC: El Vocero

Current & Former Cardinals Listed On Rosters:
John Axford (former St. Louis) - Canada
Corey Baker (Memphis) - Israel
Carlos Beltran (former St. Louis) - Puerto Rico
Matt Carpenter (St. Louis) - USA
Brett Cecil (MLB signing) - USA
Daniel Descalso (former St. Louis) - Italy
Jaime Garcia (former St. Louis) - Mexico
Sam Gaviglio (former Springfield) - Italy
Luke Gregerson (former Springfield) - USA
Tyler Herron (former Springfield) - Israel
Ty Kelly (former Memphis) - Israel
George Kottaras (former St. Louis) - Canada
Jason Marquis (former St. Louis) - Israel
Carlos Martinez (St. Louis) - Dominican Republic
Yadier Molina (St. Louis) - Puerto Rico
Efren Navarro (former Memphis) - Mexico
Pat Neshek (former St. Louis) - USA
Trey Nielsen (Springfield) - Italy
Seung-Hwan Oh (St. Louis) - Korea
Joel Pineiro (former St. Louis) - Puerto Rico
Edubray Ramos (former VSL) - Venezuela
Alex Reyes (St. Louis) - Dominican Republic
Jamie Romak (former Memphis) - Canada
J.C. Romero (former St. Louis) - Puerto Rico
Alberto Rosario (St. Louis) - Dominican Republic
Fernando Salas (former St. Louis) - Mexico
Ryan Sherriff (Memphis) - Israel
Curt Smith (former Springfield) - Netherlands
Donovan Solano (former Memphis) - Colombia
J.C. Sulbaran (Memphis free agent) - Netherlands
Rowan Wick (Springfield) - Canada

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 2-8-17: Alex Cora's Caguas Wins Caribbean Series & He Turns Attention To WBC; Ronny Cedeno Showed His Experience During Caribbean Series; J.C. Sulbaran & Curt Smith On Dutch Preliminary WBC Roster

Alex Cora (Center) - Criollos de Caguas

Australian Baseball League:

Notes:
The league is talking with Asian teams about expansion: Fox Sports


Caribbean Series Championship:

Ruben Gotay (former Memphis-Caguas) started at first base and batted fifth.  0-for-4 with one strikeout and assisted in three double plays.

Caguas beat Mexicali 1-0 in 10 innings
MLB Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Cuba will return for a fifth consecutive season as a special guest in the 2018 Caribbean Series to be held in Barquisimeto, Venezuela: ESPN Deportes

Ronny Cedeno (former MLB signing-Magallanes/Zulia) showed his experience in the Caribbean Series: Magallanes Official Site

Miguel Batista (former St. Louis), Octavio Dotel (former St. Louis), and others have teamed up to raise awareness with Dominican players in the wake of recent deaths: El Caribe

There was a gun battle several hours before the championship game that left six dead: El Vocero

Roberto Canache (former Johnson City-Caribes) is expected in Italy in early March: Mister Baseball

The 2017 Caribbean Series had the best attendance in the past 14 held: ESPN Deportes

2017 All-Caribbean Stars: LVBP Official Site

Alex Cora (former MiLB signing-Caguas GM) was emotionally overjoyed when Caguas won: Primera Hora

The Confederation of the Caribbean will have a meeting in March to discuss adding Panama and their interest in Nicaragua and Colombia: TV Max Deportes


Arizona Winter League:

Notes:
The league says there are still open spots on the rosters: AWL Official Twitter


World Baseball Classic (March 6, 2017):

Notes:
Cuba announced their roster: ESPN Deportes

Rules have been announced: WBC Official Site

Edubray Ramos (former VSL-La Guaira) was placed on the Venezuelan reserve list and could be used in the second round: La Guaira Official Site

J.C. Sulbaran (Memphis free agent) and Curt Smith (former Springfield-Chinandega) were named to the Dutch team that will play spring trainings games from February 12-26, 2017: Mister Baseball

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 2-7-17: Ronny Cedeno Singles, Doubles, & Drives In Two Runs; Ruben Gotay Walks; Alberto Rosario Added To D.R.'s WBC Preliminary Roster

Ronny Cedeno - Aguilas del Zulia

Caribbean Series:

Ruben Gotay (former Memphis-Caguas) started at first base and batted fifth.  0-for-4 with one run, one walk, and one strikeout.

Ronny Cedeno (former MLB signing-Zulia) started at third base and batted second.  2-for-6 with one double, two RBIs, one run, and three strikeouts.

Caguas beat Zulia 9-6
LMP Official Site Post Game

Alexander Ayala (Camaguey-Granma) started at shortstop and batted third.  1-for-4 with one double, two strikeouts, and assisted in one double play.
Lazaro Blanco (Granma) started and pitched seven innings.  He allowed four hits, one earned run, three walks (one intentional), and struck five out for the losing decision (1-1).  (p-s:103-60)(g/f:6-3)
Livan Moinelo (Pinar del Rio-Granma) entered in the eighth and pitched one inning.  He allowed one hit, no runs, and struck one out.  (p-s:15-9)(g/f:1-1)

Mexicali beat Granma 1-0
LMP Official Site Post Game

Tuesday's Game:
Caguas (2-3) visits Mexicali (4-1) @ 9:00 PM ET


World Baseball Classic (March 6, 2017):

Notes:
Alberto Rosario (St. Louis-Estrellas) was added to the Dominican Republic's preliminary roster: Listin Diario

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 2-4-17: Joel Pineiro Strikes Out One Over One Hitless/Scoreless Inning; Carlos Martinez Confirms Pitching In WBC After Missing Out On LIDOM; Randy Ruiz Singles

Joel Pineiro - Criollos de Caguas

Australian Baseball League Playoffs:

Sunday's Game:
Adelaide (1-1) visits Brisbane (1-1) @ 1:00 PM AEST


Caribbean Series:

Ruben Gotay (former Memphis-Caguas) started at first base and batted fifth.  0-for-4 with one ground into double play and assisted in one double play.
Randy Ruiz (former MiLB signing-Caguas) started as designated hitter and batted sixth.  1-for-3 at the plate.
Joel Pineiro (former St. Louis-Caguas) entered in the sixth and pitched one inning.  He allowed no hits or runs, and struck one out.  (p-s:13-9)(g/f:2-0)

Yunior Paumier (Holguin-Granma) started at third base and batted second.  2-for-5 with one double, one run, and assisted in one double play.
Alfredo Despaigne (Granma) started as designated hitter and batted fourth.  1-for-3 with one RBI, two runs, and two walks.
William Saavedra (Pinar del Rio-Granma) started at first base and batted fifth.  3-for-4 with one double, one home run, three RBIs, one run, and assisted in one double play.
Dennis Laza (Granma) started in left field and batted sixth.  0-for-2 with one run, two walks, and one stolen base.
Carlos Benitez (Granma) started at second base and batted seventh.  2-for-3 with one double, two RBIs (one w/two-outs), one sac fly, grounded into one double play, and assisted in one double play.
Frank Morejon (Industriales-Granma) started at catcher and batted eighth.  2-for-4 and one passed ball.
Yoelkis Cespedes (Granma) started in right field and batted ninth.  1-for-4 with one double.
Vladimir Garcia (Ciego de Avila-Granma) started and pitched six innings.  He allowed five hits, one earned run, one walk, and struck two out.  (p-s:88-56)(g/f:9-4)
Livan Moinelo (Pinar del Rio-Granma) entered in the seventh and pitched two innings.  He allowed two hits, no runs, one walk, and struck two out for the hold (1).  (p-s:33-19)(g/f:3-0)
Miguel Lahera (Artemisa-Granma) entered in the ninth and pitched one inning.  He allowed one hit and no runs.  (p-s:11-7)(g/f:1-1)

Granma beat Caguas 6-1
LMP Official Site Post Game

Pedro Rodriguez (former MiLB signing-Zulia) entered in the ninth and pitched to four batters.  He allowed two hits, four earned runs, one home run, and one walk for the losing decision (0-1).  (p-s:18-11)(g/f:1-0)

Mexicali beat Zulia 5-1
LMP Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Cuba and Panama could return, full-time, for the 2018 Caribbean Series: Lider

Saturday's Games:
Licey (0-2) visits Caguas (0-3) @ 3:00 PM ET
Granma (2-0) visits Zulia (1-0) @ 7:00 PM ET


World Baseball Classic (March 6, 2017):

Notes:
Carlos Martinez (St. Louis-Cibaenas) said negotiations didn't work out for him to pitch for Cibaenas (Dominican League) but confirmed he will launch in the WBC: El Caribe

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 2-3-17: Pedro Rodriguez Strikes Out One Over One Scoreless Inning For The Hold; Ruben Gotay Singles & Walks Twice; Ronny Cedeno Singles Twice

Pedro Rodriguez - Caribes Anzoategui/Cardenales de Lara/Aguilas del Zulia

Australian Baseball League Playoffs:

Saturday's Game:
Adelaide (0-1) visits Brisbane (1-0) @ 6:00 PM AEST


Caribbean Series:

Ronny Cedeno (former MLB signing-Zulia) started at third base and batted eighth.  2-for-4 at the plate.
Pedro Rodriguez (former MiLB signing-Zulia) entered in the seventh and pitched one inning.  He allowed two hits, no runs, and struck one out for the hold (1).  (p-s:13-7)(g/f:0-1)

Randy Ruiz (former MiLB signing-Caguas) started as designated hitter and batted fourth.  0-for-4 with one hit by pitch and two strikeouts.
Ruben Gotay (former Memphis-Caguas) started at first base and batted fifth.  1-for-2 with one run, two walks, and one strikeout.

Zulia beat Caguas 4-3
LMP Official Site Post Game

Donovan Solano (former Memphis-Licey) started at third base and batted fifth.  1-for-4 with one strikeout, grounded into one double play, and assisted in two double plays.

Mexicali beat Licey 7-2
LMP Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Alfredo Despaigne (Granma) talks about the team performing in the series: XEU Deportes

Albert Pujols (former St. Louis-Cibao) visited the Dominican Republic, invited by his pastor, to talk about his faith: Listin Diario

The Confederation will meet in Panama to discuss the return of the country to the Caribbean Series: TV Max Deportes

Friday's Games:
Caguas (0-2) visits Granma (1-0) @ 5:00 PM ET
Zulia (1-0) visits Mexicali (2-0) @ 10:00 PM ET


World Baseball Classic: (March 6, 2017):

Notes:
Shohei Otani (Nippon Ham) may need surgery on his ankle and was removed from the Japan roster: WBC Official Site and Yakyubaka

Dewin Perez (State College) and Oscar Mercado (Palm Beach) are currently training with the Colombian team: El Meridiano

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 2-2-17: Curt Smith Helps Chinandega Win The Latin American Series; Carlos Martinez & Alex Reyes Named To Dominican Republic's World Baseball Classic Rotation; Donovan Solano Singles

Curt Smith (Left) - Tigres de Chinandega

Australian Baseball League Playoffs:

Friday's Game:
Brisbane (21-18) visits Adelaide (23-17) @ 7:00 PM ACT


Latin American Series:

Notes:
Chinandega returned home with the championship trophy: La Prensa


Caribbean Series:

Roel Santos (Granma) started in centerfield and batted leadoff.  2-for-4 with one double, one triple, two RBIs, and one run.
Lazaro Blanco (Granma) started and pitched 6.1 innings.  He allowed five hits, no runs, three walks, and struck six out for the winning decision (1-0).  (p-s:104-62)(g/f:3-7)
Livan Moinelo (Pinar del Rio-Granma) entered in the seventh and pitched 2.2 innings.  He allowed two hits, no runs, and struck two out for the save (1).  (p-s:39-26)(g/f:2-4)

Donovan Solano (former Memphis-Licey) started at second base and batted sixth.  1-for-4 with one strikeout.

Granma beat Licey 4-0
LMP Official Site Post Game

Randy Ruiz (former MiLB signing-Caguas) started as designated hitter and batted fourth.  0-for-4 with two strikeouts.
Ruben Gotay (former Memphis-Aguadilla/Caguas) started at first base and batted fifth.  0-for-3 with one walk.
J.C. Romero (former St. Louis-Santurce/Caguas) entered in the seventh and pitched to three batters.  He allowed one hit, one earned run, and one home run for the blown save (1).  (p-s:10-7)(g/f:2-0)(ir-s:2-2)

Mexicali beat Caguas 4-2
LMP Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Julian Javier (former St. Louis-Cibao) donated equipment to Dominican kids: Cibao Official Site

Bartolo Hernandez (former agent) denies he trafficked Cubans: El Vocero

The Caribbean Confederation is negotiating making Cuba a member: El Vocero

Thursday's Games:
Zulia (0-0) visits Caguas (0-1) @ 5:00 PM ET
Mexicali (1-0) visits Licey (0-1) @ 9:00 PM ET


World Baseball Classic (Marc 6, 2017):

Notes:
Ty Kelly (former Memphis) excited to represent Israel after trip: WBC Official Site

Shohei Otani (Nippon Ham) will not pitch in the World Baseball Classic due to ankle injury: Carlos Yamazaki Twitter

Jeong Keon-Woo (Hanwha) has pulled out due to knee injury: Yonhap News Agency

Carlos Martinez (St. Louis) and Alex Reyes (St. Louis) will pitch out of the rotation for the Dominican Republic: WBC Official Site

Edgar Renteria (former St. Louis-Colombia) is proud to see his team looked at like a Cinderella: El Heraldo

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 1-31-17: Breyvic Valera Received 2016-17 LVBP MVP Award; Dewin Perez Tries Out For Colombian World Baseball Classic Team

Breyvic Valera - Bravos de Margarita

Venezuelan League:

Notes:
Breyvic Valera (Memphis-Margarita) excepted the MVP award on Monday: LVBP Official Site

Margarita will be searching for outfielders during the offseason: Meridiano


Caribbean Series (February 1, 2017):

Notes:
All games can be watched on ESPN: ESPN Deportes

Everth Cabrera (Chicago-A-Chinandega) hopes Nicaragua is invited to the Caribbean Series: El Meridiano


World Baseball Classic (March 6, 2017):

Notes:
Jorge Cantu (Tijuana) was not happy he was not asked to play for Mexico: XEU Deportes

Dewin Perez (State College) was in the opening of Colombian camp and Jolbert Cabrera (former Memphis-Colombian hitting coach) is expected on Tuesday: El Universal

Ah-Seop Son (Lotte) puts the team first and not make it an individual showcase: Yonhap News Agency

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 1-30-17: Edgard Montiel Collects Three Doubles & One RBI; Curt Smith Doubles, Walks Twice, & Drives In One Run; Fidencio Flores Strikes Out Two Over Two Scoreless Innings

Edgard Montiel (Right Of Trophy) - Tigres de Chinandega

Venezuelan League:

Notes:
Jorge Martinez (Mexico/York-Lara) has expressed his desire to return next year with Lara: Meridiano


Mexican Pacific League Playoffs:

Final Stats:
Eugenio Velez (former Memphis-Mochis) played in 18 games going 19-for-70 (.271) with three doubles, one triple, three home runs, nine RBIs, 33 total bases, 12 runs, three walks, four stolen bases, ten strikeouts, two caught stealing, .297 OBP, .471 SLG, and .769 OPS.
Luis Garcia (former New Haven-Hermosillo) played in fie games going 2-for-8 (.250) with two RBIs, two total bases, two walks, five strikeouts, .400 OBP, .250 SLG, and .650 OPS.
Lance Zawadzki (former Memphis-Navojoa) played in six games going 3-for-17 (.176) with one double, four total bases, one walk, five strikeouts, .222 OBP, .235 SLG, and .458 OPS.
Niko Vasquez (former Springfield-Navojoa) played in six games going 4-for-23 (.174) with one home run, one RBI, seven total bases, three runs, five strikeouts, .174 OBP, .304 SLG, and .478 OPS.
Efren Navarro (former Memphis-Hermosillo) played in 14 games going 8-for-47 (.170) with three doubles, one home run, seven RBIs, 14 total bases, three runs, 11 walks, 13 strikeouts, .311 OBP, .298 SLG, and .609 OPS.
Iker Franco (former Springfield-Culiacan) played in five games going 0-for-4 (.000) with one RBI, one run, two walks, two strikeouts, and .286 OBP.
Irving Wilson (GCL-Culiacan) played in one game going 0-for-2 (.000).

Dennys Reyes (former St. Louis-Culiacan) made eight relief appearances posting a 0-0 record, 3.38 ERA, 1.50 WHIP, and one hold.  He allowed two hits, two runs (one earned), two walks, and struck one out over 2.2 innings.
Victor Marte (former St. Louis-Culiacan) made seven relief appearances posting a 0-0 record, 4.05 ERA, and 1.20 WHIP.  He allowed five hits, three earned runs, one home run, three walks, and struck six out over 6.2 innings.


Dominican League Playoffs:

Final Stats:
Donovan Solano (former Memphis-Licey) played in 23 games going 24-for-68 (.353) with six doubles, eight RBIs, 30 total bases, nine runs, five walks, one stolen base, eight strikeouts, .416 OBP, .441 SLG, and .857 OPS.
Tommy Pham (St. Louis-Escogido) played in 17 games going 16-for-58 (.276) with one double, two home runs, nine RBIs, 23 total bases, seven runs, eight walks, two stolen base, 16 strikeouts, .358 OBP, .397 SLG, and .755 OPS.
Brayan Pena (St. Louis free agent-Cibaenas) played in 14 games going 7-for-30 (.233) with two doubles, five RBIs, nine total bases, five runs, three walks, five strikeouts, .303 OBP, .300 SLG, and .603 OPS.
Hector Luna (former St. Louis-Cibaenas) played in 13 games going 8-for-39 (.205) with three doubles, six RBIs, 11 total bases, one run, four walks, eight strikeouts, .311 OBP, .282 SLG, and .593 OPS.
Rainel Rosario (former Springfield-Cibaenas) played in six games going 3-for-16 (.188) with one double, four total bases, two walks, three strikeouts, .278 OBP, .250 SLG, and .528 OPS.
Eliezer Alvarez (Peoria-Escogido) played in one game going 0-for-4 (.000) with two strikeouts.

Evan MacLane (former St. Louis-Licey) made six starts posting a 3-0 record, 2.21 ERA, and 0.95 WHIP.  He allowed 33 hits, ten runs (nine earned), three home runs, two walks, hit one batter, and struck 16 out over 36.2 innings.
Angel Castro (former Memphis-Cibaenas) made six appearances (five starts) posting a 1-2 record, 6.32 ERA, and 1.85 WHIP.  He allowed 27 hits, 14 runs (11 earned), two walks, and struck nine out over 15.2 innings.
Maikel Cleto (former St. Louis-Licey) made one relief appearance posting a 0-0 record, 9.00 ERA, and 2.00 WHIP.  He allowed two hits and one earned run over one inning.

Notes:
Evan MacLane (former St. Louis-Estrellas/Licey) will not attend Caribbean Series with Licey due to exhaustion: Listin Diario


Australian Baseball League:

Final Stats:
Malik Collymore (former Johnson City-Sydney) played in 39 games going 42-for-152 (.276) with seven doubles, three home runs, 22 RBIs, 58 total bases, 23 runs, 20 walks, 14 stolen bases, 36 strikeouts, five caught stealing, .362 OBP, .382 SLG, and .744 OPS.

Championship Begins On Friday


Latin American Series Championship:

Edgard Montiel (former DSL-Chinandega) started as designated hitter and batted third.  3-for-4 with three doubles, one RBI, and one run.
Curt Smith (former Springfield-Chinandega) started in right field and batted fourth.  1-for-2 with one double, one RBI, one run, and two walks.
Fidencio Flores (former GCL-Chinandega) entered in the eighth and pitched two innings.  He allowed one hit, no runs, and struck two out.  (p-s:23-16)

Chinandega beat Monteria 4-0
LCBP Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Managua, Nicaragua will host the 2018 Latin American Series: El Nuevo Diario


World Baseball Classic (March 6, 2017):

Notes:
Jose 'Cafecito' Martinez (St. Louis) was added to the preliminary roster for Venezuela: El Emergente

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 1-2-17: Luis Mateo Will Miss Remainder Of LBPRC Season With Injury; Jose Martinez Permitted To Play One Series In LVBP Postseason; Ty Kelly & Corey Baker Set To Visit Israel Ahead Of World Baseball Classic

Luis Mateo - Criollos de Caguas

Venezuelan League Playoffs:

Notes:
Jose 'Cafecito' Martinez (St. Louis-La Guaira) is permitted to play in the first series of the playoffs and then must stop, per St. Louis.  Martinez plans to request extension: El Emergente

Monday's Games:
Margarita (30-33) visits Lara (39-24) @ 8:00 PM VET
La Guaira (30-33) visits Caribes (34-29) @ 8:00 PM VET
Aragua (30-33) visits Zulia (33-30) @ 8:00 PM VET


Mexican Pacific League Playoffs:

Monday's Games:
Mexicali (37-31) visits Navojoa (39-29) @ 7:30 PM MST
Hermosillo (34-34) visits Culiacan (36-32) @ 7:30 PM MT
Mazatlan (29-39) visits Mochis (38-30) @ 7:30 PM MT


Dominican League Playoffs:

Notes:
Nelson Cruz (Seattle-Cibaenas) will debut on Tuesday for Cibaenas: LIDOM Official Site

Monday's Games:
Cibao (0-2) visits Escogido (1-2) @ 7:30 PM AST
Licey (2-1) visits Cibaenas (3-1) @ 8:00 PM AST


Puerto Rican League Playoffs:

Notes:
Santurce feels they are a more complete team after drafting Ruben Gotay (former Memphis-Aguadilla): Primera Hora

Luis Mateo (former Memphis-Caguas) has missed the entire season due to injury and will not participate in the postseason: El Nuevo Dia (note: Mateo only played two games during regular season)

Hector Olivera (former San Diego-Santurce) will not continue playing with Santurce in the playoffs: El Vocero

Pete Parise (former Memphis-Mayaguez) joined a handful of other Mayaguez players who visited a children's hospital: LBPRC Official Site

Playoffs Begin On January 3, 2017


Nicaraguan League:

Notes:
Curt Smith (former Springfield-Chinandega) could prevent another player off from getting the triple crown: La Prensa

Regular Season Schedule Resumes January 3, 2017


Colombian League:

Notes:
The contest between Cartagena and Sincelejo that was postponed on December 6, 2016 will be played as a doubleheader on January 4, 2017: LCBP Official Site

Monday's Games:
Sincelejo (20-17) visits Cartagena (14-22) @ 7:00 PM
Barranquilla (21-17) visits Monteria (19-18) @ 7:00 PM


Australian Baseball League:

Stats:
Malik Collymore (former Johnson City-Sydney) has played in 24 games going 28-for-91 (.308) with six doubles, three home runs, 18 RBIs, 43 total bases, 13 runs, 14 walks, nine stolen bases, 21 strikeouts, four caught stealing, .406 OBP, .473 SLG, and .878 OPS.

No Games Scheduled Until January 5, 2017


World Baseball Classic (March 6, 2017):

Notes:
Ty Kelly (former Memphis) and Corey Baker (Memphis) will visit and tour Israel starting January 3, 2017: Mister Baseball