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Francisco Lindor to Captain Puerto Rico in 2026 WBC

4/18/2025

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Lindor Captains Puerto Rico

Francisco Lindor is set to lead Puerto Rico once again as captain for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, building on his impressive performance in 2023 where he boasted a .450 batting average, propelling the team to the quarter-finals. The excitement kicks off on March 5, 2026, with Puerto Rico proudly hosting Group A matches in vibrant San Juan.

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López Leads Mexico

Rodrigo López, a former MLB pitcher, has been named General Manager of the Mexican National Baseball Team for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, set for March 5-17. His leadership, which helped secure a third-place finish in 2023, will be bolstered by Mariana Patraca and Jorge Campillo as they aim for victory in Group B in Houston.

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Lindor Captains Puerto Rico

Francisco Lindor is set to lead Puerto Rico once again as captain for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, building on his impressive performance in 2023 where he boasted a .450 batting average, propelling the team to the quarter-finals. The excitement kicks off on March 5, 2026, with Puerto Rico proudly hosting Group A matches in vibrant San Juan.

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