Undefined Roles for Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase with Estrellas Orientales in Upcoming Lidom Tournament
Pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz are currently training with the Estrellas Orientales but have yet to secure defined roles for the upcoming Lidom baseball tournament starting next week. Ángel Ovalles, Vice President of Operations and General Manager of the Estrellas Orientales, stated that both players are in the process of recovery and preparation after several months of inactivity. Their participation remains uncertain as the team evaluates their readiness.
Training and Preparation
According to Ovalles, Clase and Ortiz are receiving assistance from the team’s coaching staff and appear to be in good physical shape. “We are working to field the best team possible by October 15,” he mentioned.
Team Line-Up and Key Players
- Robinson Canó will join the team in mid-November, bringing his leadership as the team captain.
- Adalberto Mondesí has not yet reported for training sessions.
- Discussions with player Dairon Blanco are ongoing, as he remains within the team’s plans.
- Vidal Bruján has visited the stadium but does not have a set integration date.
- José Tena is expected to be part of the team after November 10.
New addition Josh Lester, a left-handed batter, is seen as an integral part of the lineup alongside Miguel Sanó, Elián Rosario, and Nelson Velázquez.
Pitching Strength
Ovalles highlighted the bullpen’s depth, featuring arms like Diego Castillo, Jhan Maríñez, Pedro Strop, Román Méndez, Patrick Weigel, and Peyton Gray. The team’s rotation is anticipated to be led by experienced pitchers Enny Romero and Esmil Rogers.
Keep updated with the latest from Emegypt on the undefined roles for Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase, as the Estrellas Orientales prepare for the Lidom tournament.
