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Inciarte dreams big and reaches 200 hits
The Journey of “Little Altuve” and Venezuela’s Little Leaguers
Marwin: A man of many positions and few words
How Venezuelan Major Leaguers got Little Leaguers to Williamsport
True or False: Omar Vizquel on Luis Aparicio
Dugout Debate: Félix Hernández or Miguel Cabrera?
José Altuve: Baseball’s Magnet
José Altuve is a magnet on the field. Players, coaches and fans all look for him, wanting to share a laugh or ask for an autograph.
Miguel Cabrera: ‘Every inning, I think about what’s happening in Venezuela’
Tigers superstar Miguel Cabrera, going through his worst season since his rookie year, admits that the Venezuelan crisis weighs heavily on his mind.
Miguel Cabrera’s call for action on Venezuela is no Instagram Story
Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera responds to those who think he hasn't done enough for the Venezuelan opposition.
Why I Decided to Leave Venezuela
The country’s crisis is on the minds of so many in the U.S. In a personal essay, La Vida contributor César Márquez explains why he left his country.
Gleyber Torres’ dream deferred
Considered the second-best prospect in the minor, Gleyber Torres must now rehab after Tommy John surgery, the first serious injury of his promising career.
Speaking out, Venezuelan players face Maduro’s wrath
Venezuelan MLB players say that they worry day and night about family and friends back home, especially if they speak out against the government.
Major League players protest crisis in Venezuela
Armed primarily with Instagram, more and more MLB players from Venezuela are speaking out and challenging the government of President Nicolás Maduro.
Going Up in Smoke
Young Venezuelan baseball players see the door of opportunity slamming shut as their country reels from economic and political crises.
5 Cuts: Miguel Cabrera
What do we love about Miggy besides his hitting? His laughter. His answers. His zest for life and social media. The fact that he likes Will Ferrell and follows Salvador Pérez. 5 Cuts with a four-time batting champ and Triple Crown winner. Better than arep
Who’s Next? Venezuelan Prospects
Who are we watching in 2017? These top MLB prospects from Venezuela, including Franklin Barreto, Gleyber Torres and Yohander Méndez.
5 Cuts: Willson Contreras
Let’s describe Willson Contreras in few words: World Champion. Cubs catcher. Rising star. Good-looking dude. And this edition of 5 Cuts, he tells us about his favorite foods, his favorite players to emulate, the most important advice he gives youngsters,
Stories from inside the HOF: Johan Santana
Johan Santana wanted to be like his father and play shortstop. So, at a young age, he taught himself to throw righty. But after a Little League coach asked him to throw left-handed, he became a pitcher. And the rest is history. Thanks to that man, his jer