Fernando Tatis Sr. Will Manage the Tiburones de La Guaira
Caracas – The Tiburones de La Guaira have announced Fernando Tatis Sr. as their new manager for the 2026-2027 season of the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League. The franchise is seeking a significant change in its performance with this appointment.
The team’s directive, led by Wilmer Ruperti, confirmed the news, which was later made official by the league. Highlighting the arrival of a leader with international experience and a track record of successes.
Tatis Sr. will take the position of Marco Davalillo, who had been as interim manager after the departure of Gregorio Petit in November 2025. This change comes after a season with results below expectations, where the team finished with a record of 27-29, being left out of the classification.
The new manager arrives with an outstanding resume, which includes recognition as Leader of the Year in the Dominican League (LIDOM) during the 2024-2025 season, and his current work in Mexican baseball, demonstrating his relevance in the professional field.
The hiring of Tatis Sr. represents for the Sharks a bet on stability and leadership, after several manager changes in recent seasons.
With the arrival of Tatis Sr., the organization makes clear its objective of becoming a competitive team again and fighting for the championship, with the support of a respected figure with extensive experience in the region.
