Despite setbacks in recent weeks, The Federation of Professional Baseball Players of Cuba He continued his preparation on the team's field. Miami-Dade College. In addition, they previously reaffirmed their desire to undertake an exhibition challenge Houston Apollo Next January 29.
During his first presentation “Demi Minori Field” from the city Miami, the independent Cuban team defeated the college players 3×2. Although pitchers were able to control competitive bats, Cuban hitters were eager to see their fans make better connections.
Jose Ariel Contreras starts for Cuba against Houston Apollo
Cuban actors directed the following Monday Brian Pena He will try to maintain his unbeaten record and the attention of his followers. So, they decided to announce the experienced Jose Ariel Contreras As the opener of the game. A pen was also kept Edilerdo Oropeza In the first challenge. The 52-year-old left-hander fulfilled his dream of representing the country and completed his first two strikeouts of the night.
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By not attempting to examine Contreras' physical condition, leaders of the Cuban Association of Professional Baseball Players sent a message to his fans and detractors. With this they showed that these actors can fulfill the dreams of Cuban baseball legends. In addition, they will delight fans who may see these figures in a live game for the first time.
Jose Ariel Contreras Reports are that he was throwing between 86 and 87 mph in the bullpen this Thursday Febcube On your X account (formerly Twitter). In this way, the burly pitcher with experience National Series and Major Leagues He seemed ready to start the second fight of the independent Cuban team.
The native of Pinar del Rio made his debut MLB in 2003 and extended his career till 2013. At that time he went through the systems. New York Yankees, Chicago White Sox, Colorado Rockies, Philadelphia Phillies and Pittsburgh Pirates.
