After a nearly 100 day lockout, the MLB and the Players Association have finally reached a deal on a new collective bargaining agreement. “I am genuinely thrilled to be able to say that Major League Baseball is back and we’re going to play 162 games,” MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said at a press conference on Thursday, apologizing to fans, per New York Post. So if you’re a fan of baseball, get ready to watch your favorite players back on the field. While it’s fun watching people run, catch, and hit baseballs, sometimes it’s fun just looking at the players. Check out some of the hottest Latino players in MLB below.
Francisco Miguel Lindor
Nicknamed “Paquito” and “Mr. Smile” Francisco is a Puerto Rican shortstop for the New York Mets. Francisco was one of the players openly calling out the league during the lockout.
Fernando Gabriel Tatís Medina Jr.,
Nicknamed “El Niño”, Fernando is a Dominican professional baseball shortstop and outfielder who plays for the San Diego Padres.
Enrique Javier “Kike” Hernández
Enrique is a Puerto Rican utility player for the Boston Red Sox of Major League Baseball. He previously played in MLB for the Houston Astros, Miami Marlins, and Los Angeles Dodgers.
Juan Soto
Nicknamed “Childish Bambino” Juan is a Dominican outfielder for the Washington Nationals.
Rafael Devers
Rafael is a Dominican third baseman for the Boston Red Sox of Major League Baseball. He was an All-Star in 2021.
Manny Machado
Manny is a Dominican-American third baseman and shortstop for the San Diego Padres.
Ronald José Acuña Blanco Jr.
Ronald is a Venezuelan outfielder for the Atlanta Braves of Major League Baseball.
Albert Pujols
The Dominican Albert is currently a free agent, with fans wondering if the St. Louis Cardinals will re-sign him for 2022.
Wander Samuel Franco Sr.
Nicknamed “El Patron” Wander is a Dominican professional baseball shortstop for the Tampa Bay Rays.
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