Tigres del Licey strengthen their roster with impact players for the 2026-27 season
The Tigres del Licey have taken a firm step in their preparation for the upcoming season of the Dominican Professional Baseball League (Lidom). The capital city team integrated a group of talented players into their training camp, led by renowned figures and high-caliber prospects who seek to provide depth and offensive power from the start of the campaign.
The new additions were reported this Monday at the Baseball City facilities, located in Boca Chica, where the blue team intensifies its work sessions under the watchful eye of its coaching staff.
Young talent and infield experience
One of the names generating the most anticipation is Jesús Madé, recognized as one of the highest-projected prospects in organized baseball. Madé arrives after a brilliant performance in the minor leagues with the Milwaukee Brewers’ affiliate, where he stood out with a .271 average, 14 home runs, and 91 runs batted in.
Alongside him, the experienced Maikel Franco joins the Licey ranks. Franco, who comes from seeing action in Mexican baseball, will contribute his veteran presence after a solid performance where he hit 19 home runs and recorded an OPS of .826 in 87 games.
The mix of youth and experience is key to our aspirations. Having players with the track record of Franco and the potential of Madé allows us to face the start of the season with great confidence.
Alofoke Deportes
Power in the gardens and reinforcements in the pitching
The blue offense also receives a boost with the arrival of outfielder Kevin Alcántara, one of the Chicago Cubs’ most important prospects. Alcántara is coming off a breakout season in Triple-A, where he reached the 20-home run mark for the first time in his career.
Regarding the pitching staff, the arms of Vladimir Gutiérrez and Javy Guerra joined the group to strengthen the pitching staff. They join a list of players who also reported this Monday, among whom stand out:
- Yamal Encarnación and Sergio Alcántara (Infielders)
- Samuel Muñoz and Ángel Ortiz (Outfielders)
- Maxwell Romero Jr. (Catcher)
- Misael Tamárez, Gerald Ogando and Luis Peralta (Pitchers)
All set for the debut
The wait for the blue fanbase is about to end. The official calendar marks the start of the 2026-27 season for next October 16th. The Tigres del Licey will make their debut in an exciting clash against the Leones del Escogido at the Quisqueya Juan Marichal Stadium.
The match, which promises to be a full house, is scheduled to start at 7:15 at night, marking the formal beginning of the championship quest by the winningest team in Dominican winter baseball.
