{"id":102426,"date":"2026-01-09T04:57:36","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T08:57:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/sin-categoria\/kelvin-cruz-urges-dominican-stars-to-join-the-2026-world-baseball-classic-2\/"},"modified":"2026-01-09T04:57:36","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T08:57:36","slug":"kelvin-cruz-urges-dominican-stars-to-join-the-2026-world-baseball-classic-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alofokedeportes.com\/en\/nationals\/kelvin-cruz-urges-dominican-stars-to-join-the-2026-world-baseball-classic-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Kelvin Cruz urges Dominican stars to join the 2026 World Baseball Classic"},"content":{"rendered":"

Kelvin Cruz Calls on the Unit for the 2026 World Baseball Classic<\/h2>\n\nThe Minister of Sports, Kelvin Cruz, has called on Dominican players who have not yet confirmed their participation in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. In turn, he recognized and congratulated those who have already confirmed their commitment to represent the country.\n\nThis message was transmitted through a video broadcast on social media and other digital platforms.\n\n\n
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\u201cWe deeply value and applaud those players who have already stepped up to defend the colors of our nation. Their commitment is an example of love for the homeland,\u201d expressed Cruz.<\/p>\n\nKelvin Cruz, Minister of Sports<\/cite>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\nThe minister extended an invitation to the players who have not yet made a decision, urging them to join the national team. “The country needs them. The homeland awaits them. This is not just a sporting event, it is a national cause,” he stated.\n\nCruz highlighted that the World Baseball Classic goes beyond the competition on the field, becoming an opportunity to reaffirm the leadership of Dominican baseball worldwide and strengthen the unity of the people.\n\n\n

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\u201cThere is no greater pride than hearing our national anthem before a game, knowing that we represent more than ten million Dominicans who dream of seeing their flag at the top,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\nKelvin Cruz, Minister of Sports<\/cite>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\nFurthermore, the minister emphasized the importance of unity among players, managers, federations, and the entire national sports system, recalling that great achievements are obtained when individual talent is dedicated to the collective goal.\n\n“It’s time for us to unite as a nation. When talent serves the team, results come. Winning the Classic is not just lifting a trophy, it’s sending a message to the world of who we are as a country,” he pointed out.\n\nThe 2026 World Baseball Classic is presented as one of the most anticipated sporting events, and the participation of the main Dominican stars will be crucial for the country’s aspirations to shine again on the world stage.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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