Aroldis Chapman would pitch for the United States in the

Aroldis Chapman would pitch for the United States in the World Baseball Classic

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The Holguín Closer Aroldis Chapman would accept the possibility of representing the United States in the World Baseball Classic of next year, as long as the project of putting together an independent Cuba team does not become effective.

In statements to Enrique Rojas of ESPN“El Misil” said that he would be available to be part of the blunderbuss of the current champions of the contest, although he ruled out playing for the Dominican Republic squad, since he does not have “papers” in that country.

The bullpen that the United States could put together for the upcoming Classic is a dream, with elements like Josh Hader, Mark Melancon, Will Smith, Devin Williams, Craig Kimbrel, Ryan Pressly and Tyler Rogers.

34 years old, Chapman assured that he is fully linked to the idea of ​​an independent Cuba that he intends to carry out the Association of Professional Cuban Baseball Players.

In addition to the creation of a Cuba team to participate in the World Classic, the association will also focus on organizing matches with star teams from other countries.

In 2009, Chapman joined the Cuba that participated in the 2009 Classic, forming ranks with other major leaguers such as Yoenis Céspedes, Leslie Anderson, Yuliesky Gurriel and Yunesky Maya.

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