Summary
The Dominican Republic is preparing for the World Baseball Classic, which starts on March 5. Albert Pujols, the team's manager, has announced the starting pitchers for their first round of games against Nicaragua, Netherlands, Israel, and Venezuela.
Key Facts
- The Dominican Republic didn't make it past the first round in the last World Baseball Classic.
- Albert Pujols is managing the Dominican Republic team this year.
- The first-round starting pitchers are Cristopher Sánchez, Luis Severino, Brayan Bello, and Sandy Alcántara.
- Sandy Alcántara won the 2022 National League Cy Young Award.
- Cristopher Sánchez had a 2.50 ERA and was an All-Star pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies last season.
- Luis Severino's road performance was strong with a 3.02 ERA last season, though his overall performance was affected by difficult home games.
- The games are against Nicaragua, Netherlands, Israel, and Venezuela in the first round.
