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Cuban Delegation Denied U.S. Visas for Baseball Classic

2/27/2026

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The Cuban Baseball and Softball Federation confirms eight members of its delegation were denied visas to the United States for the World Baseball Classic.
Among those denied are Juan Reinaldo Pérez Pardo, president of the Cuban Baseball and Softball Federation, and Carlos del Pino Muñoz, secretary general.
Denials relate to tightened U.S. immigration laws under the Trump administration.
All players received their visas and will compete in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on March 6.

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The Cuban Baseball and Softball Federation confirms eight members of its delegation were denied visas to the United States for the World Baseball Classic.
Among those denied are Juan Reinaldo Pérez Pardo, president of the Cuban Baseball and Softball Federation, and Carlos del Pino Muñoz, secretary general.
Denials relate to tightened U.S. immigration laws under the Trump administration.
All players received their visas and will compete in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on March 6.