Raidel Martínez

Taichung, Nov 4 (JIT) - The incorporation of the star Raidel Martinez was news in the first training session held in this city of Chinese Taipei by almost the entire team registered by Cuba for the Premier 12 baseball tournament.

After the session, the star closer of the Chunichi Dragons, of the Japanese professional circuit, pondered the reigning motivation in the team and considered it possible to give a good show on the field that will host the Island's debut on November 13.

Although he acknowledged the complex challenge of refocusing on responding to the demands of the tournament after a demanding campaign on Japanese soil, he said he was able to fulfill his wishes to "make adjustments to help the team and stay healthy." 

He explained that he followed the six games played in South Korea, a stage during which he talked with several of his teammates, highlighted the presence of talented young players in the roster and assured that the arrival of the players yet to be incorporated will provide greater solidity.

Tuesday's opponent will be Life Aloong, from the semi-professional league at home, and the high command of the Cuban team designated right-hander Pavel Hernández as the starting pitcher, whose work will have at least four followers. 

As for the starting lineup, Yoelquis Guibert will not be there, Lázaro Armenteros will move to center field, and Rafael Viñales will defend left.

THE LINEUP:

Jean Harvi Walters (RF)

Yoan Moncada (3B)

Erisbel Arruebarruena (SS)

Alfredo Despaigne (DH)

Rafael Viñales (LF)

Lázaro Armenteros (CF)

Roberto Baldoquin (1B)

Andy Cosme (C)

Yadil Mujica (2B)

Pavel Hernández (P)