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Puerto Rico Invests $40M to Revamp Stadium for 2026 World Baseball Classic

4/4/2025

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Puerto Rico is gearing up for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, pouring $40 million into revitalizing Hiram Bithorn Stadium. Mayor Miguel Romero Lugo revealed exciting upgrades to meet MLB standards. With teams like Puerto Rico and Cuba set to compete, the event is anticipated to draw 250,000 fans and boost the local economy by $29 million.

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Puerto Rico is gearing up for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, pouring $40 million into revitalizing Hiram Bithorn Stadium. Mayor Miguel Romero Lugo revealed exciting upgrades to meet MLB standards. With teams like Puerto Rico and Cuba set to compete, the event is anticipated to draw 250,000 fans and boost the local economy by $29 million.