joan lopezone of the Cuban relievers with experience in MLBhas declined the invitation to represent the ninth of the Caribbean island in it World Baseball Classic.
The Cuban pitcher had a pass through arizona diamondbacks and in this season with the New York Mets.
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This is how the Cuban Baseball Federation (FCB) through a statement:
“Yoan López informed us that he thanks but declines the invitation to the Cuban team to the V World Baseball Classic”highlights the Federation.
“We respect your willingness to focus on issues related to your firm with Yomiuri Giants. Thanks for wishing us success. Other opportunities will come” they concluded.
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Among the prelist are Yoan Moncada Y louis robertof the Chicago White Sox; Andy Ibanez of the Detroit Tigers; Lazaro Armenteros Y Luis Miguel Romero of the Oakland Athleticsamong others.
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