Cardinals Winter League Notebook 12-6-16: Johny Celis Singles, Homers Twice, & Drives In Three Runs; Jose Gonzalez Hits A Two-Run Homer; Yariel Gonzalez Collects One Single, Two Doubles, & Two RBIs

Johny Celis - Tiburones de La Guaira

Venezuelan League:

Rafael Ortega (former Memphis-Caribes) started in centerfield and batted leadoff.  2-for-5 with one double, two runs, and one strikeout.
John Church (former Memphis-Caribes) entered in the fifth and pitched to three batters.  He allowed no hits or runs, and one walk.  (p-s:10-4)(g/f:1-1)
Roberto Canache (former Johnson City-Caribes) entered in the seventh and pitched 1.1 innings.  He allowed two hits, no runs, and struck one out.  (p-s:25-17)(g/f:3-0)(ir-s:2-1)

Caribes beat Lara 8-7
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Breyvic Valera (Memphis-Margarita) is making a run for MVP: LVBP Official Site

Ildemaro Vargas (Former Palm Beach-Lara) has been away from the team dealing with family matters: Lara Official Site

Tuesday's Games:
Zulia (26-21) visits Magallanes (18-26) @ 7:00 PM VET
La Guaira (24-21) visits Margarita (25-22) @ 7:00 PM VET
Aragua (20-23) visits Caracas (18-25) @ 7:00 PM VET


Venezuelan Parallel League:

Cesar Valera (former Palm Beach-Caribes) started at shortstop and batted seventh.  0-for-2 with one run and one walk.

Margarita-Caribes beat Philadelphia 5-0

Victor Marte (former St. Louis-Aragua) started and pitched one inning.  He allowed one hit, one earned run, one home run, and struck one out.

Johny Celis (former MiLB tryout-La Guaira) started in right field and batted third.  3-for-4 with two home runs, three RBIs, two runs, and one strikeout.
Jose Gonzalez (former Springfield-La Guaira) started at catcher and batted fourth.  1-for-3 with one home run, two RBIs, one run, one walk, and committed one error.
Hector Garcia (former Johnson City-La Guaira) entered late in the game as a pinch hitter and batted eighth.  1-for-1 with one home run, one RBI, and one run.

La Guaira beat Aragua 8-4

Cesar Valera (former Palm Beach-Caribes) started at shortstop and batted sixth.  0-for-1 with one run, one walk, and committed one error.
Silfredo Garcia (Springfield free agent-Margarita) entered in the eighth and pitched to five batters.  He allowed two hits, one earned run, one walk, threw one wild pitch, and struck one out for the losing decision (1-1).

Lara beat Margarita-Caribes 4-3

Tuesday's Games:
Boston (26-10) visits Aragua (17-18-2) @ 10:00 AM VET
Zulia (19-17) visits Margarita-Caribes (19-18) @ 10:00 AM VET
Detroit (11-22-2) visits Caimanes (13-22-1) @ 11:00 AM VET
Philadelphia (17-16-2) visits Caracas (21-13-2) @ 11:00 AM VET
La Guaira (19-15-2) visits Lara (26-10) @ 11:00 AM VET


Mexican Pacific League:

Stats:
Niko Vasquez (former Springfield-Navojoa) has played in 21 games going 26-for-73 (.356) with five doubles, four home runs, 16 RBIs, 43 total bases, 14 runs, 14 walks, one stolen base, 21 strikeouts, .467 OBP, .589 SLG, and 1.056 OPS.
Randy Arozarena (MiLB signing-Navojoa) has played in 43 games going 54-for-163 (.331) with seven hits, two triples, 16 RBIs, 65 total bases, 30 runs, 13 walks, 15 strikeouts, 22 strikeouts, nine caught stealing, .415 OBP, .399 SLG, and .814 OPS.
Luis Garcia (former New Haven-Hermosillo) has played in 26 games going 17-for-58 (.293) with three doubles, four home runs, 13 RBIs, 32 total bases, seven runs, five walks, 11 strikeouts, .338 OBP, .552 SLG, and .890 OPS.
Dean Anna (former St. Louis-Hermosillo) has played in 12 games going 13-for-46 (.283) with two doubles, two RBIs, 15 total bases, 11 runs, seven walks, eight strikeouts, .377 OBP, .326 SLG, and .703 OPS.
Iker Franco (former Springfield-Culiacan) has played in 25 games going 17-for-78 (.218) with two doubles, four home runs, 11 RBIs, 31 total bases, nine runs, six walks, 19 strikeouts, .274 OBP, .397 SLG, and .671 OPS.
Irving Wilson (GCL-Culiacan) has played in 22 games going 8-for-39 (.205) with two doubles, two home runs, three RBIs, 16 total bases, nine runs, 15 strikeouts, .205 OBP, .410 SLG, and .615 OPS.
David Washington (former Memphis-Hermosillo) has played in 31 games going 21-for-115 (.183) with four doubles, eight home runs, 17 RBIs, 49 total bases, 20 runs, 11 walks, one strikeouts, 49 strikeouts, .264 OBP, .426 SLG, and .690 OPS.

Ramon Delgado (former Memphis-Jalisco) has made 17 relief appearances posting a 1-1 record, 3.80 ERA, 1.31 WHIP, and one hold.  He's allowed 28 hits, ten earned runs, two home runs, three walks, and stuck 14 out over 23.2 innings.

Tuesday's Games:
Mochis (25-22) visits Navojoa (26-21) @ 7:30 PM MST
Hermosillo (27-20) visits Culiacan (24-23) @ 7:30 PM MST
Obregon (24-22) visits Mazatlan (16-31) @ 8:00 PM MT
Jalisco (20-26) visits Mexicali (25-22) @ 7:30 PM PT


Dominican League:

Stats:
Donovan Solano (former Memphis-Licey) has played in five games going 4-for-16 (.250) with three RBIs, four total bases, one run, two walks, two strikeouts, .316 OBP, .250 SLG, and .566 OPS.
Rainel Rosario (former Springfield-Cibaenas) has played in eight games going 4-for-17 (.235) with one home run, two RBIs, seven total bases, two runs, two walks, two strikeouts, .316 OBP, .412 SLG, and .728 OPS.
Eugenio Velez (former Memphis-Azucareros) has played in 34 games going 26-for-122 (.213) with five doubles, one triple, nine RBIs, 33 total bases, 16 runs, 11 walks, two stolen bases, two strikeouts, one caught stealing. .276 OBP, .270 OBP, and .547 OBP.
Audry Perez (former St. Louis-Estrellas) has played in 11 games going 5-for-28 (.179) with one double, two RBIs, six total bases, two runs, five strikeouts, .179 OBP, .214 SLG, and .393 OBP.
Alberto Rosario (St. Louis-Estrellas) has played in 15 games going 3-for-32 (.094) with one double, four total bases, two runs, three walks, ten strikeouts, .171 OBP, .125 SLG, and .296 OBP.
Magneuris Sierra (Peoria-Azucareros) has played in  21 games going 9-for-59 (.153) with one double, two RBIs, ten total bases, four runs, three walks, 16 strikeouts, one caught stealing, .206 OBP, .169 SLG, and .376 OPS.

Maikel Cleto (former St. Louis-Licey) has made two relief appearances posting a 1-0 record, 0.00 ERA, and 0.00 WHIP.  He;'s Allowed no hits or runs, and struck one out over 2.2 innings
Nick Additon (former Memphis-Escogido) has made four starts posting a 1-2 record, 1.37 ERA, and 1.32 WHIP.  He's allowed 19 hits, seven runs (three earned), seven walks, and struck 21 out over 19.2 innings.
Evan MacLane (former St. Louis-Estrellas) has made seven starts posting a 2-2 record, 2.41 ERA, and 1.07 WHIP.  He's allowed 30 hits, ten runs (nine earned), one home run, six walks, hit two batters, and struck 15 out over 33.2 innings.
Jayson Aquino (former MLB signing-Azucareros) has made 12 relief appearances posting a 0-1 record, 2.57 ERA, 1.71 WHIP, and four holds.  He's allowed seven hits, six runs (two earned), five walks, and struck three out over seven innings.
Raul Valdes (former St. Louis-Azucareros) has made six starts posting a 3-2 record, 2.94 ERA, and 1.19 WHIP.  He;s allowed 30 hits, 14 runs (11 earned), three home runs, seven walks, and struck 17 out 33.2 innings.
Angel Castro (former Memphis-Cibaenas) has made eight starts posting a 2-3 record, 3.51 ERA, and 1.20 WHIP.  He's allowed 38 hits, 19 runs (16 earned), 11 walks, hit three batters, and struck 28 out over 41 innings.
Sam Gaviglio (former Springfield-Cibao) has made one start posting a 0-0 record, 6.00 ERA, and 1.67 WHIP.  He's allowed four hits, two earned runs, one walk, and struck three out over three innings.

Notes:
Alex Reyes (St. Louis-Licey) could pitch at some point for Licey this winter: Rafael Reyes Twitter

Tuesday's Games:
Cibaenas (18-18) visits Escogido (15-18) @ 7:15 PM AST
Licey (19-15) visits Estrellas (16-19) @ 7:30 PM AST
Azucareros (14-21) visits Cibao (21-12)  @ 7:30 PM AST


Puerto Rican League:

Ruben Gotay (former Memphis-Aguadilla) started at first base and moved to second base, batted third.  1-for-4 with two RBIs, one run, one walk, and assisted in one double play
Yariel Gonzalez (State College-Aguadilla) started at third base and batted sixth.  3-for-5 with two doubles, two RBIs, and one stolen base.

Aguadilla beat Caguas 5-4
LBPRC Official Site Post Game

Tuesday's Games:
Santurce (17-7) visits Mayaguez (15-8) @ 7:15 PM AST
Aguadilla (6-18) visits Caguas (12-12) @ 7:15 PM


Nicaragua League:

Stats:
Curt Smith (former Springfield-Chinandega) has played in 27 games going 39-for-99 (.394) with six doubles, one triple, eight home runs, 24 RBIs, 71 total bases, 19 runs, 16 walks (two intentional), four hit by pitches, one sac fly, one stolen base, 14 strikeouts, grounded into two double plays, .500 OBP, .717 SLG, and 1.217 OPS.
Edgard Montiel (former DSL-Chinandega) has played in 28 games going 32-for-95 (.337) with six doubles, one triple, one home run, 19 RBIs, 43 total bases, 19 runs, 12 walks (two intentional), two hit by pitches, three sacrifices, three sac flies, 13 strikeouts, grounded into four double plays, .421 OBP, .453 SLG, and .874 OPS.

Jhonny Polanco (former Springfield-Boer) has made ten relief appearances posting a 1-0 record, 4.50 ERA, and 1.90 WHIP.  He's allowed ten hits, five earned runs, one home run, nine walks, hit one batter, thrown two wild pitches, and struck 11 out over ten innings.
Fidencio Flores (former GCL-Boer) has made seven appearances (six starts) posting a 0-2 record, 4.88 ERA, and 1.56 WHIP.  He's allowed 36 hits, 18 runs (17 earned), six home runs, 13 walks, hit one batter, and struck 19 out over 31.1 innings.

Tuesday's Games:
Rivas (15-12) visits Boer (15-13) @ 6:00 PM
Chinandega (14-13) visits Granada (11-17) @ 6:00 PM


Colombian League:

Stats:
Ronald Ramirez (former Palm Beach-Barranquilla) has gone 5-for-50 (.164) with two doubles, one home run, three RBIs, two runs, four walks, one stolen base, one sac fly, seven strikeouts, one caught stealing, .164 OBP, and .200 SLG.

Jonathan Escudero (Palm Beach free agent-Barranquilla) has a 1-0 record and 0.00 ERA.  He's allowed five hits, no runs, five walks, thrown one wild pitch, and struck 12 out over 8.1 innings.
Ramon Ulacio (former GCL-Barranquilla) has a 1-1 record and 2.57 ERA.  He's allowed 28 hits, 11 runs (eight earned), one home run, five walks, hit two batters, thrown three wild pitches, and struck 20 out over 28 innings.
Jose Almarante (former Memphis-Sincelejo) has a 1-2 record and 2.82 ERA.  He's allowed 39 hits, 12 runs (11 earned), three home runs, one walk, thrown one wild pitch, and struck 25 out over 35.1 innings.
Jose Calero (former GCL-Sincelejo) has a 3-2 record and 3.76 ERA.  He's allowed 33 hits, 13 runs (11 earned), two home runs, ten walks, hit four batters, thrown two wild pitches, and struck 11 out over 26.1 innings.
Enrique Perez (DSL-Barranquilla) has a 0-0 record and 27.00 ERA.  He's allowed two hits, one earned run, and one walk over 0.1 innings.

Tuesday's Games:
Monteria (12-10) visits Barranquilla (8-12) @ 7:00 PM
Cartagena (9-10) visits Sincelejo (12-9) @ 7:00 PM


World Baseball Classic (March 6, 2017):

Notes:
Carlos Martinez (St. Louis) and Alex Reyes (St. Louis) have been give the green light to pitch for the Dominican Republic: St. Louis Official Site

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Edgard Montiel - Tigres de Chinandega

Venezuelan League:

Breyvic Valera (Memphis-Margarita) started at second base and batted third.  2-for-5 with one run, one stolen base, one throwing error, and assisted in one double play.
Eduardo Sanchez (former St. Louis-Margarita) entered in the seventh and pitched to two batters.  He allowed one hit and no runs for the hold (1).  (p-s:9-6)(g/f:1-0)(ir-s:1-0)

Margarita beat Aragua 8-7
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Ronny Cedeno (former MLB signing-Magallanes) started at second base and batted second.  1-for-3 with one double, one run, and one strikeout.
Jose Martinez (former Springfield-Magallanes) entered late in the game at third base and batted third.  1-for-1 with one double, two two-out RBIs, and one run.
Tommy Pham (St. Louis-Magallanes) started in left field and batted ninth.  0-for-1 with one run and three walks.

Jose Martinez (St. Louis-La Guaira) started in centerfield and moved to first base, batting fourth.  1-for-5 with one two-out RBI, one run, one strikeout, and assisted in one double play.
Juan Gonzalez (former Memphis-La Guaira) entered in the sixth and pitched one inning.  He allowed one hit, no runs, and one walk.  (p-s:15-9)(g/f:2-0)
Pedro Echemendia (Memphis-La Guaira) entered in the seventh and pitched one inning.  He allowed no hits or runs, one walk, and struck one out.  (p-s:16-9)(g/f:1-0)

La Guaira beat Magallanes 11-5
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Rafael Ortega (former Memphis-Caribes) entered late in the game in centerfield.

Caribes beat Lara 4-3
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Wilfredo Tovar (MiLB signing-Caracas) entered late in the game at second base and assisted in one double play.

Caracas beat La Guaira 2-1
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Magallanes does not feel Johan Santana (Toronto free agent) is quite ready to pitch yet: Lider

Monday's Game:
Lara (27-21) visits Caribes (24-23) @ 7:00 PM VET


Venezuelan Parallel League:

Stats:
Johny Celis (former MiLB tryout-La Guaira) has played in two games going 3-for-8 (.375) with one double, two RBIs, four total bases, one run, one walk, three strikeouts, .444 OBP, .500 SLG, and .944 OPS.
Hector Garcia (former Johnson City-La Guaira) has played in 17 games going 12-for-35 (.343) with two doubles, three RBIs, 14 total bases, three runs, two walks, nine strikeouts, .410 OBP, .400 SLG, and .810 OPS.
Cesar Valera (former Palm Beach-Caribes) has played in six games going 5-for-18 (.278) with one double, one home run, seven RBIs, nine total bases, three runs, three walks, one sacrifice, .381 OBP, .500 SLG, and .881 OPS.
Jose Gonzalez (former Springfield-La Guaira) has played in 13 games going 11-for-43 (256) with one double, one home run, five RBIs, 15 total bases, five runs, four walks, eight strikeouts, .347 OBP, .349 SLG, and .696 OPS.

Silfredo Garcia (Springfield free agent-Margarita) has made four relief appearances posting a 1-0 record, 0.00 ERA, and 0.14 WHIP.  He's allowed one hit, no runs, and struck six out over 7.1 innings.
Justin Wright (Memphis free agent-Margarita) made two appearances (one start) posting a 0-0 record, 0.00 ERA, and 1.50 WHIP.  He's allowed three hits, no runs, and struck two out over two innings.
Geddy Guerra (former VSL-La Guaira) has made five relief appearances posting a 1-1 record, 1.74 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, and one save.  He's allowed nine hits, two earned runs, three walks, and struck ten out over 10.1 innings.
Anderson Gerdel (former Palm Beach-La Guaira) has made 11 appearances (five starts) posting a3-2 record, 2.38 ERA, and 0.91 WHIP.  He's allowed 21 hits, ten runs (nine earned), two home runs, ten walks, and struck 24 out over 34 innings.
Dail Villanueva (former Peoria-Caracas) has made 15 relief appearances posting a 2-0 record, 3.18 ERA, and 1.24 WHIP.  He's allowed 11 hits, five runs (four earned), one home run, three walks, and struck ten out over 11.1 innings.
Gerwuins Veleazco (Palm Beach free agent-Caracas) has made nine appearances (one start) posting a 1-0 record, 3.72 ERA, and 2.07 WHIP.  He's allowed 12 hits, five runs (four earned), eight walks, and struck seven out over 9.2 innings.
Jorge Rondon (former St. Louis-Aragua) has made two relief appearances posting a 0-0 record, 4.50 ERA, and 2.50 WHIP.  He's allowed four hits, one earned run, one walk, and struck four out over two innings.

Monday's Games:
Margarita-Caribes (18-17) visits Philadelphia (17-15-2) @ 9:00 AM VET
Magallanes (4-30-1) visits Zulia (18-17) @ 11:00 AM VET
Aragua (17-17-2) visits La Guaira (18-15-2) @ 11:00 AM VET
Caimanes (13-21-1) visits Boston (25-10) @ 11:00 AM VET
Caracas (21-12-2) visits Detroit (10-22-2) @ 11:00 AM VET
Margarita-Caribes (18-17) visits Lara (25-10) @ 12:00 PM VET


Mexican Pacific League:

Randy Arozarena (MiLB signing-Navojoa) started in left field and batted second.  1-for-3 with two two-out RBIs, one strikeout, and was ejected in the fourth inning.
Niko Vasquez (former Springfield-Navojoa) started at shortstop and batted fifth.  3-for-5 with two runs.

Ramon Delgado (former Memphis-Jalisco) entered in the sixth and pitched four batters.  He allowed three hits, one earned run, and one home run.  (p-s:10-7)(g/f:1-0)(ir-s:2-2)

Navojoa beat Jalisco 11-10
LMP Official Site Post Game

Dean Anna (former St. Louis-Hermosillo) started at third base and batted second.  0-for-3 with one walk and one strikeout.
Efren Navarro (Memphis free agent-Hermosillo) started in left field and batted third.  0-for-4 with one strikeout.
David Washington (former Memphis-Hermosillo) started in right field and batted sixth.  0-for-4 with two strikeouts.

Mexicali beat Hermosillo 3-1 in 10 innings
LMP Official Site Post Game

Irving Wilson (GCL-Culiacan) started at catcher and batted eighth.  0-for-3 with two strikeouts and threw out two of four runners.

Obregon beat Culiacan 2-1
LMP Official Site Post Game

No Games Scheduled For Monday


Dominican League:

Angel Castro (former Memphis-Cibaenas) started and pitched 5.1 innings.  He allowed two hits, no runs, two walks, and struck three out for the winning decision (2-3).  (g/f:6-3)

Alberto Rosario (St. Louis-Estrellas) started at catcher and batted ninth.  0-for-2 at the plate.
Audry Perez (former St. Louis-Estrellas) entered in the at catcher.

Cibaenas beat Estrellas 4-0
LIDOM Official Site Post Game

Eugenio Velez (former Memphis-Azucareros) entered late in the game as a pinch hitter and batted ninth.  0-for-1 at the plate.
Jayson Aquino (former MLB signing-Azucareros) entered in the fifth and pitched to two batters.  He allowed no hits or runs.  (g/f:1-1)(ir-s:1-0)

Donovan Solano (former Memphis-Licey) started at third base and batted seventh.  1-for-3 with one walk.
Maikel Cleto (former St. Louis-Licey) entered in the seventh and pitched 1.2 innings.  He allowed no hits or runs, struck one out, and picked one runner off for the winning decision (1-0).  (g/f:0-2)(ir-s:3-1)

Licey beat Azucareros 4-3
LIDOM Official Site Post Game

Monday's Games:
Cibao (20-12) visits Escogido (15-17) @ 7:15 PM AST
Estrellas (16-18) visits Cibaenas (17-18) @ 7:30 PM AST
Licey (19-15) visits Azucareros (14-21) @ 7:30 PM AST


Puerto Rican League:

Anthony Garcia (Memphis-Carolina) started in right field and batted fourth.  0-for-4 with one sacrifice.
Juan Caballero (former Johnson City-Carolina) entered in the tenth and pitched to three batters.  He allowed no hits or runs, and two walks for the hold (1).  (g/f:1-0)

Carolina beat Caguas 3-2 in 10 innings
LBPRC Official Site Post Game

Jonathan Rodriguez (Memphis free agent-Mayaguez) started at third base and batted fifth.  0-for-3 with one walk.
Ivan Maldonado (former MiLB tryout-Mayaguez) entered in the third and pitched 3.1 innings.  He allowed two hits, no runs, and struck two out for the winning decision (2-1).  (g/f:5-2)
Kevin Herget (Palm Beac-Mayaguez) entered in the ninth and pitched one inning.  He allowed no hits or runs, one walk, and struck one out for the save (6).  (g/f:2-0)

J.C. Romero (former St. Louis-Santurce) entered in the eighth and pitched one inning.  He allowed no hits or runs.  (g/f:1-1)

Mayaguez beat Santurce 1-0
LBPRC Official Site Post Game

Monday's Games:
Aguadilla (5-18) visits Caguas (12-11) @ 7:15 PM AST


Nicaraguan League:

Curt Smith (former Springfield-Chinandega) started in right field and batted fourth.  1-for-4 with two runs, one walk, and one strikeout.
Edgard Montiel (former DSL-Chinandega) started as designated hitter and batted seventh.  2-for-4 with one home run, three RBIs, one run, and one strikeout.

Chinandega beat Granada 6-5
LNBP Official Site Post Game

No Games Scheduled For Monday


Colombian League:

Ronald Ramirez (former Palm Beach-Barranquilla) started at shortstop and batted ninth.  2-for-4 with two doubles.

Sincelejo beat Barranquilla 4-2
LCBP Official Site Post Game

No Games Scheduled For Monday


Australian Baseball League:

Stats:
Malik Collymore (former Johnson City-Sydney) has played in 12 games going 15-for-46 (.326) with five doubles, two home runs, 11 RBIs, 26 total bases, eight runs, five walks, five stolen bases, ten strikeouts, two caught stealing, .404 OBP, .565 SLG, and .969 OPS.

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 12-4-16: Carlos Martinez Arrives & Ready To Contribute In LIDOM; Curt Smith Collects Three Singles, One Double, One Triple, & Three RBIs; Edgard Montiel Doubles Twice, Walks, & Drives In Two Runs

Carlos Martinez - Aguilas Cibaenas

Venezuelan League:

Ildemaro Vargas (former Palm Beach-Lara) started at second base and batted leadoff.  2-for-5 with one RBI and assisted in one double play.

Jose Martinez (St. Louis-La Guaira) started at first base and batted fourth.  0-for-3 with one strikeout, grounded into one double play, one pickoff error, one missed catcher error, and assisted in two double plays.

Lara beat La Guaira 10-2
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Ronny Cedeno (former MLB signing-Magallanes) started at third base and batted second.  2-for-5 with two doubles, one RBI, two runs, one strikeout, and one throwing error.
Tommy Pham (St. Louis-Magallanes) entered late in the game in left field.

Rafael Ortega (former Memphis-Caribes) started in centerfield and batted leadoff.  0-for-3 with one RBI, two runs, one walk, one hit by pitch, and two strikeouts.
John Church (former Memphis-Caribes) entered in the fourth and pitched 1.1 innings.  He allowed no hits or runs, one walk, and struck two out.  (p-s:25-14)(g/f:1-0)(ir-s:1-0)
Roberto Canache (former Johnson City-Caribes) entered in the seventh and pitched 1.1 innings.  He allowed one hit, one earned run, one home run, one walk, and struck two out for the hold (3).  (p-s:30-16)(g/f:2-0)
Pedro Rodriguez (former MiLB signing-Caribes) entered in the ninth and pitched to five batters.  He allowed two hits, two earned runs, and two walks.  (p-s:25-13)

Caribes beat Magallanes 10-8
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Breyvic Valera (Memphis-Margarita) started in centerfield and batted third.  0-for-4, one outfield assist, and assisted in one double play.

Aragua beat Margarita 2-1 in 10 innings
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Miguel Socolovich (St. Louis-Caracas) could join Caracas sometime in December: Carlos Duarte Twitter

Sunday's Games:
Magallanes (18-25) visits La Guaira (23-21) @ 2:00 PM VET
Margarita (24-22) visits Aragua (20-22) @ 3:00 PM VET
Lara (27-20) visits Caribes (23-23) @ 5:00 PM VET
Caracas (17-25) visits Zulia (26-20) @ 6:00 PM VET


Venezuelan Parallel League:

Anderson Gerdel (former Palm Beach-La Guaira) started and pitched five innings.  He allowed two hits, two runs (one earned), three walks, and struck four out.
Geddy Guerra (former VSL-La Guaira) entered in the seventh and pitched 2.2 innings.  He allowed four hits, one earned run, two walks, and struck four out for the losing decision (1-1).

Zulia beat La Guaira 3-2

No Games Scheduled For Sunday


Mexican Pacific League:

Randy Arozarena (MiLB signing-Navojoa) started in centerfield and batted leadoff.  0-for-4 at the plate.
Niko Vasquez (former Springfield-Navojoa) started at shortstop and batted fifth.  1-for-3 with one double, two strikeouts, and assisted in two double plays.

Ramon Delgado (former Memphis-Jalisco) entered in the eighth and pitched one inning.  He allowed no hits or runs, and struck one out.  (p-s:11-8)(g/f:2-0)

Jalisco beat Navojoa 12-2
LMP Official Site Post Game

Efren Navarro (Memphis free agent-Hermosillo) started in left field and batted third.  0-for-4 with one strikeout and grounded into one double play.
Dean Anna (former St. Louis-Hermosillo) started at third base and batted fifth.  4-for-4 with two runs, one fielding error, and one throwing error.
Luis Garcia (former New Haven-Hermosillo) started at first base and batted sixth.  0-for-4 with one RBI, one run, grounded into one double play, and assisted in one double play.
David Washington (former Memphis-Hermosillo) started in right field and batted seventh.  2-for-4 with one double, two RBIs, one run, and two strikeouts.

Mexicali beat Hermosillo 10-6
LMP Official Site Post  Game

Iker Franco (former Springfield-Culiacan) started at catcher and batted eighth.  0-for-4 and allowed one stolen base.

Culiacan beat Obregon 3-1
LMP Official Site Post Game

Sunday's Games:
Navojoa (25-21) visits Jalisco (20-25) @ 1:00 PM CT
Mazatlan (16-30) visits Mochis (24-22) @ 4:00 PM MT
Mexicali (24-22) visits Hermosillo (27-19) @ 5:00 PM MST
Culiacan (24-22) visits Obregon (23-22) @ 5:00 PM MST


Dominican League:

Donovan Solano (former Memphis-Licey) started at second base and batted ninth.  1-for-3 with one two-out RBI, one run, one walk, and assisted in one double play.
Maikel Cleto (former St. Louis-Licey) entered in the sixth and pitched one inning.  He allowed no hits or runs.  (g/f:0-2)

Licey beat Estrellas 7-6
LIDOM Official Site Post Game

Eugenio Velez (former Memphis-Azucareros) started as designated hitter and batted ninth.  1-for-3 with one double, two runs, two walks, and one strikeout.

Azucareros beat Cibao 14-6
LIDOM Official Site Post Game

Nick Additon (former Memphis-Escogido) started and pitched 5.2 innings.  He allowed seven hits, three unearned runs, one walk, committed one throwing error, and struck four out.  (g/f:8-4)

Cibaenas beat Escogido 6-2
LIDOM Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Carlos Martinez (St. Louis-Cibaenas) threw a bullpen session and could start anytime for Cibaenas as as he prepares for the World Baseball Classic: LIDOM Official Site

Sunday's Games:
Cibaenas (16-18) visits Estrellas (16-17) @ 4:00 PM AST
Escogido (15-17) visits Cibao (20-12) @ 4:00 PM AST
Azucareros (14-20) visits Licey (18-15) @ 4:00 PM AST


Puerto Rican League:

J.C. Romero (former St. Louis-Santurce) entered in the eighth and pitched one inning.  He allowed no hits or runs, hit one batter, and struck one out for the winning decision (1-0).  (g/f:2-0)

Ruben Gotay (former Memphis-Aguadilla) started at first base and batted third.  1-for-3 with one walk and assisted in one double play.
Yariel Gonzalez (State College-Aguadilla) started at third base and batted seventh.  1-for-3 with one strikeout.
Ian Snell (former MiLB signing-Aguadilla) entered in the eighth and pitched to four batters.  He allowed one hit, one earned run, one walk, and struck one out for the blown save (1).  (g/f:1-0)

Santurce beat Aguadilla 4-2
LBPRC Official Site Post Game

Robby Rowland (Springfield-Caguas) entered in the sixth and pitched one inning.  He allowed one hit, no runs, and one walk for the hold (3).  (g/f:1-1)

Anthony Garcia (Memphis-Carolina) started in right field and batted fourth.  0-for-4 with two strikeouts.

Caguas beat Carolina 3-1
LBPRC Official Site Post Game

Sunday's Games:
Carolina (10-16) visits Caguas (12-10) @ 4:15 PM AST
Mayaguez (14-8) visits Santurce (17-6) @ 4;15 PM AST


Nicaraguan League:

Curt Smith (former Springfield-Chinandega) started in right field and batted fourth.  5-for-6 with one double, one triple, three RBIs, and one run.
Edgard Montiel (former DSL-Chinandega) started as designated hitter and batted seventh.  2-for-3 with two doubles, two RBIs, one walk, one sac fly, and one strikeout.

Chinandega beat Boer 16-5
LNBP Official Site Post Game

Sunday's Games:
Boer (14-13) visits Rivas (15-11) @ 11:00 AM
Granada (11-16) visits Chinandega (13-13) @ 4:00 PM


Australian Baseball League:

Malik Collymore (former Johnson City-Sydney) started in centerfield and batted second.  2-for-4 with one double, one strikeout, and one caught stealing.

Perth beat Sydney 5-1

No Games Scheduled Until Thursday


Veracruz League (TBD):

Notes:
There are still negotiations to get the league up and running for the 2016-17 season: La Doce Twitter

Kurt Heyer Interview On His 2016 Venezuelan Experience

Kurt Heyer - Aguilas del Zulia

He may not be the flashy prospect or the diamond shining in the minors but Kurt Heyer sparkles in his own way.  The 25-year old manages to fit in the system in a unique way and where it's needed.  He has shown versatility throughout the years from pitching in the rotation, sometimes in a pinch, or even tossing a few in long relief.  He quietly helps to fill the gaps in the organization and hopes that the major league reward is right around the corner.

The right-hander's ability to swing different roles makes him a perfect candidate for Mike Matheny's bullpen.  Think such guys as Brad Thompson, Carlos Villanueva, or even Matthew Bowman.  And his durability over the years should catch some eyes for a well deserved promotion to the big leagues.

Heyer is getting ready to enter his sixth professional season after being selected by the St. louis Cardinals in the 2012 amateur draft.  He has spent the last three years bouncing between Triple-A Memphis and Double-A Springfield, starting at times or getting the call from the pen.  The Arizona alumni has a career 25-29 record with 4.42 ERA, four saves, and has struck out 338 and walked 129 over 460.1 innings.

The last two winters, Heyer decided to take a chance on working on his skills outside the U.S. and toss in the Caribbean leagues.  Last season he took on the Dominican League, where he worked for Cibaenas Aguilas.  He was hired on as a reliever, but ended up in the starting rotation.   Heyer pitched well enough that Tigres del Licey selected him for their playoff roster.  He however declined and returned home.

This offseason he traveled further south and hooked up with Aguilas del Zulia.  For a short period of time he pitched alongside former teammate Boone Whiting.  There he ended up being the top arm in the rotation.  The California native held a 1-1 record, 2.25 ERA, 1.21 WHIP, and struck out ten and walked four over 24 innings.

During the 2015 Christmas holiday period, Heyer shared an update on how his offseason was progressing and returned to the site take on tougher questions for Thanksgiving 2016.


Josh Jones: How do you feel your 2016 regular season turned out in the St. Louis Cardinals organization?

Kurt Heyer: 2016 wasn't up to my standards. I take pride in putting myself into a position to be able to help the big club. I want to put this year behind me and move forward.

J.J: How did it come about that you would pitch in Venezuela? Why not return to the Dominican?

K.H.: I tried to return to the DR but unfortunately their team was already filled and no spots were available. I was fortunate enough to have my agent work out a deal with Zulia team.

J.J.: What did you intend to improve on while pitching in winter ball?

K.H.: This offseason I wanted to refine my off speed pitches, particularly my change up. I thought it would be a good opportunity to work on it against live hitters in a competitive league.

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

K.H.: Absolutely. My family wasn't too convinced that it would be safe for me to go. My dad wanted to fly with me to make sure I was safe. But I told them that I wasn't worried and excited to go.

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

K.H.: They took me in as one of their own. Our team was really family oriented and we were really close with the fans. They all treated me with the utmost love and respect.

J.J.: Was there any similarities/differences to pitching in Venezuela than in the Dominican?

K.H.: Yeah it felt a lot like last year when I played in the DR. I personally thought that the hitters were better and more polished. But overall it was very similar between the two.

J.J.: Why did you only pitch for a short period of time?

K.H.: I wanted to pitch as early as possible because I was still fresh and wanted to work on my pitches. Also I wanted to make sure I got a solid month before returning home. I wanted to spend more time with my family especially for the holidays.

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

K.H.: It was first class. We all stayed at the Intercontinental hotel in Maracaibo. It was a five star hotel. One of the nicest hotels I have ever stayed at. The area we stayed in was a little rough, considering there weren't that many places to eat out at; but luckily we had a super market to get snacks to hold us over.

J.J.: Did you do any sight seeing, take part in Halloween activities?

K.H.: Unfortunately I did not do much sight seeing; I also didn't notice many festivities going on during Halloween in my area. I do regret not taking advantage of the sites in Venezuela.

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

K.H.: Managing my money better. I didn't bring enough money to eat as much as I wanted. I lost a little weight during my time there. So I had to adjust eating chicken and rice most of the time. I was lucky to find places that sold food cheaper than most.

J.J.: Were there any teammates/people that helped you get settled in? (maybe Boone Whiting?)

K.H.: Yeah Boone was a huge help making my transition to Venezuela. He played their a few years ago and did a great job guiding me. Showed me the ropes of Venezuela. Also when he left, he gave me the rest of his food to hold me over. 40 cans of chunky soup and around 50 granola bars.

J.J.: How do you feel about playing for one of the best teams and being one of the top pitchers in your month long stay?

K.H.: It was awesome playing on a team that knew how to win and play great baseball. It made my job a lot easier. I was happy that I was able to do my job every time I got the ball.

J.J.: Were there any other offers to pitch for other Caribbean Series teams?

K.H.: None that I knew about.

J.J.: What was it like to represent the St. Louis Cardinals and the U.S. in Venezuela?

K.H.: I was honored for the opportunity to represent my organization. There weren't many players playing in Venezuela and to be one of them was a great honor.

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

K.H.: Obviously bring enough money to survive. Also don't be afraid to try new things. The food was very good and it's a beautiful county. It's an experience that I would love to do again next year if possible. 

J.J.: What are your goals for the upcoming 2017 season?

K.H.: My goal is to make my debut and help the team win our 12th World Series. I want to use my failures to build me into a more complete pitcher. This season really opened my eyes and now understand fully what the Cardinals want from me.

J.J.: Do you prefer being a starting pitcher or reliever? Why?

K.H.: I prefer to do what ever the Cardinals need me to be. I've adapted as a reliever but also can still start and finish strong.

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

K.H.: I've always been confident in my ability. I feel I can hold my own and when the time comes I'll dominate. Just waiting on the Cardinals for the opportunity. I'm ready.


Thank you, Kurt for taking time out of your schedule to take questions.

Please follow him on twitter at Kurt Wolfgang Heyer

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 12-3-16: Cesar Valera Singles, Doubles, Homers, & Drives In Six Runs In Doubleheader; Raul Valdes Strikes Out Six & Allows One Run Over Five Innings; Johny Celis Collects Two Singles, One Walk, & Two RBIs

Cesar Valera - Anzoategui de Caribes

Venezuelan League:

Breyvic Valera (Memphis-Margarita) started at second base and moved to shortstop, batting third.  1-for-4 with one strikeout and assisted in one double play.
Eduardo Sanchez (former St. Louis-Margarita) entered in the seventh and pitched one inning.  He allowed no hits or runs.  (p-s:12-6)(g/f:0-2)

Jose Martinez (St. Louis-La Guaira) started at first base and batted third.  2-for-4 with one double, one run, one strikeout, and assisted in two double plays.
Pedro Echemendia (Memphis-La Guaira) entered in the eighth and pitched to two batters.  He allowed one hit, no runs, and one walk.  (p-s:8-4)(ir-s:2-2)
Juan Gonzalez (former Memphis-La Guaira) entered in the eighth and pitched to one batter.  He allowed no hits or runs.  (p-s:4-3)(g/f:1-0)(ir-s:2-0)

La Guaira beat Margarita 3-2
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Ildemaro Vargas (former Palm Beach-Lara) started at second base and batted leadoff.  2-for-5 and assisted in one double play.

Lara beat Aragua 4-1
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Wilfredo Tovar (MiLB signing-Caracas) started at shortstop and batted leadoff.  0-for-4 with one strikeout and assisted in one double play.

Zulia beat Caracas 5-0
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Ronny Cedeno (former MLB signing-Magallanes) started as designated hitter and batted sixth.  3-for-4 with one strikeout.
Tommy Pham (St. Louis-Magallanes) started in right field and batted seventh.  0-for-3 with one strikeout.

Rafael Ortega (former Memphis-Caribes) started in centerfield and batted leadoff.  0-for-4 at the plate.
Pedro Rodriguez (former MiLB signing-Caribes) entered in the ninth and pitched one inning.  He allowed one hit, no runs, and struck one out for the save (4).  (p-s:15-11)(g/f:0-2)

Caribes beat Magallanes 3-1
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Justin Wright (Memphis free agent-Margarita) will be added to Margarita active roster after making two appearances in Parallel League: LVBP Officisl Site

Saturday's Games:
Lara (26-20) visits La Guaira (23-20) @ 5:00 PM VET
Magallanes (18-24) visits Caribes (22-23) @ 5:00 PM VET
Margarita (24-21) visits Aragua (19-22) @ 5:30 PM VET
Caracas (16-25) visits Zulia (26-19) @ 7:00 PM VET


Venezuelan Parallel League:

Cesar Valera (former Palm Beach-Caribes) started at shortstop and batted sixth.  1-for-4 with one home run, four RBIs, and one run.

Margarita-Caribes beat Detroit 11-0 in game one of doubleheader

Dail Villanueva (former Peoria-Caracas) entered in the eighth and pitched one inning.  He allowed one hit, no runs, one walk, and struck two out.

Boston beat Caracas 10-0

Johny Celis (former MiLB tryout-La Guaira) started in right field and batted third.  2-for-4 with two RBIs, one run, one walk, and one strikeout.
Jose Gonzalez (former Springfield-La Guaira) started at catcher and batted fourth.  1-for-3 with one home run, one RBI, and one run.

La Guaira beat Caimanes 12-2

Cesar Valera (former Pam Beach-Caribes) started at shortstop and batted seventh.  2-for-4 with one double, two RBIs, and one run.
Justin Wright (Memphis free agent-Margarita) started and pitched one inning.  He allowed two hits, no runs, and struck one out.

Margarita-Caribes beat Detroit 10-4 in game two of doubleheader

Saturday's Games:
Boston (25-9) visits Philadelphia (16-15-2) @ 9:00 AM VET
Lara (24-10) visits Magallanes (4-29-1) @ 9:00 AM VET
La Guaira (18-14-2) visits Zulia (17-17) @ 9:00 AM VET


Mexican Pacific League:

Randy Arozarena (MiLB signing-Navojoa) started in centerfield and batted leadoff.  0-for-3 with one run, two hit by pitches, and one strikeout.
Niko Vasquez (former Springfield-Navojoa) started at shortstop and batted fifth.  0-for-2 with one RBI, one run, three walks, one strikeout, and assisted in two double plays.

Jalisco beat Navojoa 6-5
LMP Official Site Post Game

Iker Franco (former Springfield-Culiacan) started at catcher and batted eighth.  1-for-3 with one ground into double play, one throwing error, allowed one stolen base, and picked one runner off.

Obregon beat Culiacan 6-4
LMP Official Site Post Game

Efren Navarro (Memphis free agent-Hermosillo) started in left field and batted third.  0-for-4 and one outfield assist.
Dean Anna (former St. Louis-Hermosillo) started at third base and batted fifth.  1-for-4 at the plate.
David Washington (former Memphis-Hermosillo) started in right field and batted seventh.  2-for-4 with one run and one strikeout.

Mexicali beat Hermosillo 4-2
LMP Official Site Post Game

Saturday's Games:
Navojoa (25-20) visits Jalisco (19-25) @ 5:00 PM CT
Mazatlan (14-23) visits Mochis (24-20) for a doubleheader beginning @ 5:00 PM MT
Mexicali (23-22) visits Hermosillo (27-18) @ 6:00 PM MST
Culiacan (23-22) visits Obregon (23-21) @ 6:00 PM MST


Dominican League:

Donovan Solano (former Memphis-Licey) started at third base and batted ninth.  1-for-3 with one RBI, one sac fly, and one strikeout.

Licey beat Escogido 4-3
Listin Diario Post Game

Eugenio Velez (former Memphis-Azucareros) entered late in the game in left field and batted ninth.  0-for-1 at the plate.
Raul Valdes (former St. Louis-Azucareros) started and pitched five innings.  He allowed three hits, one earned run, and struck six out.  (g/f:3-4)

Alberto Rosario (St. Louis-Estrellas) started at catcher and batted ninth.  0-for-3 and threw out one of two base runners.

Estrellas beat Azucareros 3-2 in 10 innings
Listin Diario Post Game

Saturday's Games:
Estrellas (16-16) visits Licey (17-15) @ 4:00 PM AST
Cibao (20-11) visits Azucareros (13-20) @ 7:30 PM AST
Escogido (15-16) visits Cibaenas (15-18) @ 7:30 PM AST


Puerto Rican League:

Jonathan Rodriguez (Memphis free agent-Mayaguez) started as designated hitter and batted sixth.  3-for-5 with two doubles, one RBI, one run, one strikeout, and one caught stealing.
Pete Parise (former Memphis-Mayaguez) entered in the sixth and pitched two innings.  He allowed one hit, no runs, one walk, and struck two out.  (g/f:1-2)
Kevin Herget (Palm Beach-Mayaguez) entered in the ninth and pitched one inning.  He allowed no hits or runs.  (g/f:2-0)

Hector Hernandez (former Palm Beach-Santurce) entered in the sixth and pitched 1.1 innings.  He allowed four hits, one earned run, and struck two out.  (g/f:2-0)(ir-s:3-1)

Mayaguez beat Santurce 5-0
LBPRC Official Site Post Game

Saturday's Games:
Santurce (16-6) visits Aguadilla (5-17) @ 7:15 PM AST
Caguas (11-10) visits Carolina (10-5) @ 7:15 PM AST


Nicaraguan League:

Fidencio Flores (former GCL-Boer) started and pitched six innings.  He allowed seven hits, four earned runs, two home runs, and struck six out.  (g/f:6-5)
Jhonny Polanco (former Springfield-Boer) entered in the ninth and pitched to two innings.  He allowed one hit, no runs, and one walk for the winning decision (1-0).  (g/f:2-4)

Boer beat Granada 5-4
LNBP Official Site Post Game

Curt Smith (former Springfield-Chinandega) started in right field and batted fourth.  1-for-4 with one walk.
Edgard Montiel (former DSL-Chinandega) started as designated hitter and batted seventh. 2-for-5 at the plate.

Chinandega beat Rivas 9-5
LNBP Official Site Post Game

Saturday's Games:
Chinandega (12-13) visits Boer (14-12) @ 2:00 PM
Rivas (14-11) visits Granada (11-15) @ 4:00 PM


Australian Baseball League:

Malik Collymore (former Johnson City-Sydney) started in centerfield and batted second.  2-for-3 with one double, two runs, and one walk.

Sydney beat Perth 2-1 in 8 innings in game one of doubleheader

Malik Collymore (former Johnson City-Sydney) started in centerfield and batted second.  1-for-3 with one strikeout.

Sydney beat Perth 2-1 in game two of doubleheader
Sydney Official Site Post Game

Sunday's Games:
Perth (3-8) visits Sydney (7-4) @ 12:00 PM AET
Adelaide (4-7) visits Canberra (7-4) @ 12:30 PM AET
Melbourne (6-4) visits Brisbane (5-5) @ 12:00 PM AEST

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 12-2-16: Efren Navarro Singles, Walks Twice, & Drives In One Run; Breyvic Valera Collects Two Singles & One RBI; Juan Gonzalez Pitched One Hitless/Scoreless Inning For The Hold

Efren Navarro - Naranjeros de Hermosillo

Venezuelan League:

Breyvic Valera (Memphis-Margarita) started at second base and batted third.  2-for-3 with one RBI and assisted in one double play.
Kender Villegas (former Palm Beach-Margarita) entered in the third and pitched two innings.  He allowed four hits, two earned runs, one home run, and struck two out.  (p-s:29-21)(g/f:1-1)(ir-s:2-1)

Zulia beat Margarita 7-4 in six innings
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Jose Martinez (St. Louis-La Guaira) started in centerfield and moved to first base, batting fourth.  0-for-4 with one RBI, one strikeout, and assisted in one double play.
Juan Gonzalez (former Memphis-La Guaira) entered in the sixth and pitched to two batters.  He allowed no hits or runs for the hold (1).  (p-s:6-3)(g/f:2-0)(ir-s:2-1)

Rafael Ortega (former Memphis-Caribes) started in centerfield and batted leadoff.  0-for-4 with one run and one strikeout.
Roberto Canache (former Johnson City-Caribes) entered in the eighth and pitched one inning.  He allowed one hit, no runs, one walk, and struck one out.  (p-s:20-13)(g/f:2-0)
John Church (former Memphis-Caribes) entered in the ninth and pitched one inning.  He allowed two hits and no runs.  (p-s:13-6)(g/f:0-1)

La Guaira beat Caribes 4-1
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Victor Marte (former St. Louis-Aragua) entered in the ninth and pitched to one batter.  He allowed no hits or runs.  (p-s:3-3)

Ildemaro Vargas (former Palm Beach-Lara) started at second base and batted leadoff.  0-for-4 with one walk, one strikeout, and assisted in one double play.

Aragua beat Lara 8-3
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Notes:
David Oca (Johnson City-Caribes) was removed from the Caribes active roster: Caribes Official Site

Tommy Pham (St. Louis-Magallanes) feels he will be much better this winter than during the 2014-15 season with Caracas: Lider

Friday's Games:
Margarita (24-20) visits La Guaira (22-20) @ 7:00 PM VET
Lara (25-20) visits Aragua (19-21) @ 7:00 PM VET
Caracas (16-24) visits Zulia (25-19) @ 7:00 PM VET
Magallanes (18-23) visits Caribes (21-23) @ 7:00 PM VET


Venezuelan Parallel League:

Friday's Games:
Aragua (17-16-2) visits Lara (23-10) @ 9:00 AM VET
Detroit (10-20-2) visits Margarita-Caribes (16-17) @ 9:00 AM VET
Philadelphia (15-15-2) visits Magallanes (4-28-1) @ 11:00 AM VET
Boston (24-9) visits Caracas (21-11-2) @ 11:00 AM VET
La Guaira (17-14-2) visits Caimanes (13-20-1) @ 11:00 AM VET


Mexican Pacific League:

Ramon Delgado (former Memphis-Jalisco) entered in the sixth and pitched to two batters.  He allowed one hit and no runs.  (p-s:4-3)(g/f:1-0)(ir-s:1-1)

Efren Navarro (Memphis-Hermosillo) started in left field and moved to first base, batting third.  1-for-5 with one two-out RBI, two walks, one strikeout, and one outfield assist.
Dean Anna (former St. Louis-Hermosillo) started at third base and batted fifth.  1-for-4 with one run, two walks, two strikeouts, and one fielding error.
David Washington (former Memphis-Hermosillo) started in right field and batted sixth.  0-for-5 with one intentional walk and two strikeouts.
Luis Garcia (former New Haven-Hermosillo) entered late in the game as a pinch hitter and batted seventh.  1-for-1 at the plate.

Hermosillo beat Jalisco 5-4 in 13 innings
LMP Official Site Post Game

Randy Arozarena (MiLB signing-Navojoa) started in centerfield and batted leadoff.  2-for-4 with one run, one walk, one sacrifice, one strikeout, one caught stealing/pickoff, and one fielding error.
Niko Vasquez (former Springfield-Navojoa) started at shortstop and batted fifth.  0-for-3 with one walk, one hit by pitch, and one strikeout.

Navojoa beat Obregon 8-7 in 11 innings
LMP Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Jaime Garcia (former St. Louis-Hermosillo) will not be pitching this winter: Danny Duarte Twitter

Fernando Salas (former St. Louis-Hermosillo) may pitch for Hermosillo sometime in December: Puro Beisbol

Friday's Games:
Navojoa (25-19) visits Jalisco (18-25) @ 7:15 PM CT
Culiacan (23-21) visits Obregon (22-21) @ 7:00 PM MST
Mexicali (22-21) visits Hermosillo (27-17) @ 7:30 PM MST


Dominican League:

Donovan Solano (former Memphis-Licey) entered late in the game at second base and batted ninth/  1-for-3 with one RBI and assisted in one double play.

Cibao beat Licey 11-6
Listin Diario Post Game

Alberto Rosario (St. Louis-Estrellas) entered late in the game at catcher and batted eighth.  0-for-1 and allowed one stolen base.

Estrellas beat Escogido 4-3
Listin Diario Post Game

Friday's Games:
Licey (16-15) visits Escogido (15-15) @ 7:15 PM AST
Cibaenas (15-17) visits Cibao (19-11) @ 7:30 PM AST
Azucareros (13-19) visits Estrellas (15-16) @ 7:30 PM AST


Puerto Rican League:

J.C. Romero (former St. Louis-Santurce) entered in the eighth and pitched to three batters.  He allowed one hit, no runs, one walk, and struck one out.

Anthony Garcia (Memphis-Carolina) started in right field and batted fourth.  2-for-4 with one stolen base and grounded into one double play.
Juan Caballero (former Johnson City-Carolina) entered in the ninth and pitched one inning.  He allowed one hit, one earned run, one home run, and struck one out for the losing decision (1-3).  (g/f:2-0)

Santurce beat Carolina 1-0
LBPRC Official Site Post Game

Notes:
The league paid the Aguadilla players, on loan: Primera Hora

Friday's Games:
Caguas (11-10) visits Aguadilla (5-17) @ 7:15 PM AST
Mayaguez (13-8) visits Santurce (16-5) @ 7:15 PM AST


Nicaraguan League:

Jhonny Polanco (former Springfield-Boer) entered in the 1.2 innings.  He allowed no hits or runs, one walk, and struck two out.  (g/f:2-0)(ir-s:1-0)

Curt Smith (former Springfield-Chinandega) started in left field and batted fourth.  2-for-4 with one run, one walk, and one strikeout.
Edgard Montiel (former DSL-Chinandega) started as designated hitter and batted seventh.  2-for-3 with one walk and one strikeout.

Boer beat Chinandega 8-6
LNBP Official Site Post Game

Friday's Games:
Granada (11-14) visits Boer (13-12) @ 6:00 PM
Rivas (14-10) visits Chinandega (11-13) @ 6:00 PM


Colombian League:

Friday's Games:
Monteria (12-7) visits Cartagena (6-10) @ 7:00 PM
Barranquilla (8-9) visits Sincelejo (9-9) @ 7:00 PM


Australian Baseball League:

Malik Collymore (former Johnson City-Sydney) started in centerfield and batted second.  3-for-5 with one double, one run, and two strikeouts.

Sydney beat Perth 6-4
Sydney Official Site Post Game

Saturday's Games:
Perth (3-6) visits Sydney (5-4) for a doubleheader beginning @ 4:00 PM AET
Melbourne (5-4) visits Brisbane (5-4) for a doubleheader beginning @ 3:30 PM AEST
Adelaide (4-6) visits Canberra (6-4) @ 7:00 PM AET


World Baseball Classic (March 6, 2017):

Notes:
Edubray Ramos (former VSL-La Guaira) and Pedro Rodriguez (former MiLB signing-Caribes) are on the preliminary list for Venezuela: LVBP Official Site

Cardinals Winter League Notebook 12-1-16: Jose Calero Strikes Out One & Allows One Run Over Five & A Third Innings For The Win; Evan MacLane Strikes Out One & Allows One Run Over Five Innings; Edgard Montiel Drives In Two Runs

Jose Calero - Toros de Sincelejo

Venezuelan League:

Breyvic Valera (Memphis-Margarita) started at second base and batted third.  1-for-4 with two strikeouts and assisted in one double play.

Margarita beat Zulia 4-1
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Ildemaro Vargas (former Palm Beach-Lara) started at second base and batted leadoff.  4-for-6 with one RBI, one run, one caught stealing, and assisted in two double plays.

Jose Martinez (former Springfield-Magallanes) entered late in the game at first base and batted fourth.  One walk and assisted in one double play.
Ronny Cedeno (former MLB signing-Magallanes) started as designated hitter and batted sixth.  1-for-3 with one run and two strikeouts.
Tommy Pham (St. Louis-Magallanes) entered late in the game in right field and batted seventh.  0-for-1 with one strikeout.

Lara beat Magallanes 13-4
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Jose Martinez (St. Louis-La Guaira) started in right field and batted third.  1-for-4 with one walk and one strikeout.
Juan Gonzalez (former Memphis-La Guaira) entered in the fifth and pitched to four batters.  He allowed two hits, no runs, and struck one out.  (p-s:15-7)(g/f:1-0)(ir-s:3-0)
Pedro Echemendia (Memphis-La Guaira) entered in the eighth and pitched to four batters.  He allowed three hits, two earned runs, and threw two wild pitches for the hold (6).  (p-s:12-8)(g/f:1-0)

Rafael Ortega (former Memphis-Caribes) started in centerfield and batted leadoff.  0-for-4 with one walk, two strikeouts, one outfield assist, and assisted in one double play.
John Church (former Memphis-Caribes) entered in the sixth and pitched to two batters.  He allowed no hits or runs, and one walk.  (p-s:8-3)(g/f:1-0)(ir-s:1-0)
Pedro Rodriguez (former MiLB singing-Caribes) entered in the ninth and pitched one inning.  He allowed two hits and no runs.  (p-s:14-9)(g/f:0-1)

Caribes beat La Guaira 3-2 in 10 innings
LVBP Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Johan Santana (Toronto free agent-Magallanes) is throwing a 50 feet: Lider

Thursday's Games:
Margarita (24-19) visits Zulia (24-19) @ 7:00 PM VET
Magallanes (18-23) visits Caracas (16-24) @ 7:00 PM VET
La Guaira (21-20) visits Caribes (21-22) @ 7:00 PM VET
Aragua (18-21) visits Lara (25-19) @ 7:00 PM VET


Venezuelan Parallel League:

Johny Celis (former MiLB tryout-La Guaira) started in right field and batted third.  1-for-4 with one double and two strikeouts.
Jose Gonzalez (former Springfield-La Guaira) started at catcher and batted fourth.  0-for-3 at the plate.
Hector Garcia (former Johnson City-La Guaira) entered late in the game as a pinch hitter and batted ninth.  1-for-1 at the plate.
Geddy Guerra (former VSL-La Guaira) entered in the 11th and pitched to one batter.  He allowed no hits or runs, and struck one out.

Justin Wright (Memphis free agent-Margarita) entered in the sixth and pitched one inning.  He allowed one hit, no runs, and struck one out.
Silfredo Garcia (Springfield free agent-Margarita) entered in the ninth and pitched one inning.  He allowed no hits or runs.

La Guaira beat Margarita-Caribes2-1

Gerwuins Velazco (Palm Beach free agent-Caracas) entered in the seventh and pitched one inning.  He allowed two hits and one earned run.

Lara beat Caracas 7-2

Thursday's Games:
Magallanes (4-28-1) visits Detroit (10-20-2) @ 11:00 AM VET
Zulia (17-17) visits Philadelphia (15-15-2) @ 11:00 AM VET
Caracas (21-11-2) visits La Guaira (17-14-2) @ 11:00 AM VET
Caimanes (13-20-1) visits Lara (23-10) @ 11:00 AM VET
Margarita-Caribes (16-17) visits Boston (24-9) @ 11:00 AM VET


Mexican Pacific League:

Efren Navarro (Memphis free agent-Hermosillo) started in left field and batted third.  1-for-3 with one RBI and one walk.
Dean Anna (former St. Louis-Hermosillo) started at third base and batted fifth.  0-for-3 with one strikeout.
Luis Garcia (former New Haven-Hermosillo) started at  first base and batted sixth.  0-for-3 with two strikeouts.
David Washington (former Memphis free agent-Hermosillo) started in right field and batted seventh.  0-for-3 with three strikeouts.

Hermosillo beat Jalisco 1-0
LMP Official Site Post Game

Randy Arozarena (MiLB signing-Navojoa) started in centerfield and batted leadoff.  3-for-4 with one double and one stolen base.
Niko Vasquez (former Springfield-Navojoa) started at shortstop and batted fifth.  1-for-3 with one home run, one RBI, one run, one walk, one sacrifice, one throwing error, and assisted in two double plays.

Navojoa beat Obregon 5-2
LMP Official Site Post Game

Thursday's Games:
Jalisco (18-24) visits Hermosillo (26-18) @ 7:30 PM MST
Obregon (22-20) visits Navojoa (24-19) @ 7:30 PM MST
Culiacan (23-20) visits Mazatlan (13-30) @ 8:00 PM MT
Mochis (23-20) visits Mexicali (22-21) @ 7:30 PM PT


Dominican League:

Alberto Rosario (St. Louis-Estrellas) started at catcher and batted ninth.  0-for-2 with one strikeout and allowed one stolen base.
Evan MacLane (former St. Louis-Estrellas) started and pitched five innings.  He allowed three hits, one earned run, one walk, and struck one out for the losing decision (2-2).  (g/f:4-4)

Cibaenas beat Estrellas 2-0
Listin Diario Post Game

Thursday's Games:
Cibao (17-12) visits Licey (17-13) @ 7:15 PM AST
Escogido (15-14) visits Estrellas (14-16) @ 7:30 PM AST


Puerto Rican League:

Joel Pineiro (former St. Louis-Caguas) started and pitched five innings.  He allowed nine hits, six runs (five earned), two walks, and struck one out for the losing decision (1-2).  (g/f:6-6)
Robby Rowland (Springfield-Caguas) entered in the ninth and pitched one inning.  He allowed no hits or runs, and struck two out.  (g/f:1-0)

Santurce beat Caguas 6-0
LBPRC Official Site Post Game

Anthony Garcia (Memphis-Carolina) started in right field and batted fourth.  2-for-5 with one RBI and one strikeout.
Juan Caballero (former Johnson City-Carolina) entered in the 11th and pitched to five batters.  He allowed no hits, one earned run, and three walks for the losing decision (1-2).  (g/f:2-0)(ir-s:1-0)

Ruben Gotay (former Memphis-Aguadilla) started at third base and moved to first, batting third.  1-for-5 with one intentional walk, one fielding error, and assisted in one double play.
Yariel Gonzalez (State College-Aguadilla) started in left field and moved to third base, and batted fifth.  2-for-4 with one walk and one sacrifice.
Ian Snell (former MiLB signing-Aguadilla) entered in the tenth and pitched one inning.  He allowed no hits or runs, one walk, and struck two out.;  (g/f:1-0)

Aguadilla beat Carolina 2-1 in 12 innings
LBPRC Official Site Post Game

Notes:
Aguadilla is still having issues paying members of the organization: Primera Hora

Rusney Castillo (Boston) will join Caguas on December 6, 2016: El Vocero

Thursday's Games:
Santurce (15-5) visits Carolina (10-14) @ 7:15 PM AST
Caguas (11-9) visits Mayaguez (12-8) @ 7:15 PM AST


Nicaraguan League:

Curt Smith (former Springfield-Chinandega) started as designated hitter and batted fourth.  2-for-4 with one run.
Edgard Montiel (former DSL-Chinandega) started at third base and batted sixth.  0-for-3 with two RBIs, one run, one sac fly, and one strikeout.

Granada beat Chinandega 9-5
LNBP Official Site Post Game

Thursday's Games:
Boer (12-12) visits Chinandega (11-12) @ 6:00 PM
Granada (11-13) visits Rivas (13-10) @ 6:00 PM


Colombian League:

Jose Calero (former GCL-Sincelejo) started and pitched 5.1 innings.  He allowed six hits, one earned run, two walks, and struck one out for the winning decision (3-2).  (p-s:80-47)

Sincelejo beat Monteria 3-1 in 7 innings
LCBP Official Site Post Game

No Games Scheduled For Thursday


Australian Baseball League:

Friday's Games:
Adelaide (4-5) visits Canberra (5-4) @ 7:00 PM AET
Melbourne (4-4) visits Brisbane (5-3) @ 6:30 PM AEST
Perth (3-5) visits Sydney (4-4) @ 7:30 PM AET


Panama League (January 6, 2017):

Notes:
Article for translation on announcement: RPC