Covered here are ballplayers of Cuban Heritage, either born in Cuba or children of Cubans, in all baseball leagues. For important news from previous years and a historical perspective see the Cuban baseball Timeline.

December 28, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro blames self for steroid test fiasco.

December 26, 2005 Yuniesky Betancourt signs major league contract with Seattle.

December 22, 2005 Major League Baseball reapplies to have Cuba attend the World Baseball Classic. Cuban players in the U.S. meet with congressman Rep. Lincoln Diaz-Balart to discuss forming an association so they can participate in the WBC and other professional tournaments.

December 20, 2005 Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez is traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Indians invite Catcher Javi Herrera to spring training. Chicago Cubs sign Eddie Oropesa to a minor league contract and invite him and Raul Valdez to spring training.

December 19, 2005 The Cincinnati Reds signed Ryan Freel to a two-year contract extension and signed Andy Abad to a minor league contract with an invitation him to spring training. Chicago Wite Sox invite Jorge Toca to spring training.

December 15, 2005 The Florida Marlins sign Mickey Lopez and invite him to spring training. Livan Hernandez turned in the necessary paperwork to play for Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic.

December 14, 2005 Cuba will not be able to bring its team to play in the World Baseball Classic.

December 12, 2005 Barbaro Cañizares was named Nicaraguan League player of the week.

December 8, 2005 The Houston Astors re-sign Orlando Palmeiro to a two-year contract. U.S. congressman Rep. Lincoln Diaz-Balart requsted that Cuban players in the U.S. be allowed to form a team and participate in the WBC instead of the Cuban team composed of only players from Cuba. The Philadelphia Phillies acquired Gio Gonzalez from the Chicago White Sox.

December 5, 2005 The Mets trade Gaby Hernandez to the Marlins.

December 2, 2005 Cuba seems closer to accepting the invitation to the World Baseball Classic scheduled for next March.

November 28, 2005 Alex Fernandez on Hall of Fame ballot for first time.

November 25, 2005 Mike Lowell is happy to be a Red Sox.

November 24, 2005 It's official Mike Lowell is dealt to the Red Sox.

November 21, 2005 Minnie Miñoso leads list of Cubans on the Hall of Fame Negro Leagues ballot: Jose Mendez, Cristobal Torriente, Alejandro Oms and Alex Pompez. Mike Lowell headed to the Red Sox. The 2005-06 Cuban League began with a meeting of Santiago and Habana. Barbaro Cañizares was named Nicaraguan League player of the week.

November 19, 2005 Mike Lowell may be headed to the Rangers.

November 17, 2005 Livan Hernandez wants to play for Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic.

November 14, 2005 The Cardinals signed Michel Hernandez and Juan Diaz to minor league contracts.

November 13, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro will not be returning to the Orioles.

November 12, 2005 Luis Gonzalez wins Branch Rickey Award.

November 10, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro will not be charged with perjury by Congress.

November 9, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro explains failed storoid test.

November 5, 2005 Kendry Morales went 2 for 3, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Surprise Scorpions (Arizona Fall League).

November 4, 2005 Kendry Morales continues to impress with play in Arizona Fall League.

November 3, 2005 Alay Soler, of the Mets, finally gets visa to come to the U.S. and will play for Ponce in the Puerto Rican league.

November 2, 2005 Mike Lowell is selected as National League 3rd Baseman Gold Glove award winner.

October 31, 2005 Kendry Morales is selected to the mid-season Arizona Fall League All-Star Team. ñRaul Ibaez experiences Hurricane Wilma. Maikel Jova was named Nicaraguan League player of the week.

October 28, 2005 Kendry Morales went 3 for 5 for the Surprise Scorpions (Arizona Fall League).

October 27, 2005 Kendry Morales went 3 for 5, with 3 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Surprise Scorpions (Arizona Fall League).

October 26, 2005 The White Sox with Jose Contreras and Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez win WS.

October 25, 2005 Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez worked out of a jam in WS for the White Sox, winners against the Astros.

October 24, 2005 Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 for the Surprise Scorpions (Arizona Fall League).

October 22, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 3 runs in 7 innings in WS win for the White Sox against the Astros.

October 21, 2005 Kendry Morales went 3 for 4 with 1 run scored, for the Surprise Scorpions (Arizona Fall League).

October 19, 2005 Orlando Palmeiro and the Astros are headed to the World Series. Jose Contreras to pitch game 1 of the World Series for the White Sox.

October 16, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 3 runs in complete game victory for the White Sox, who are headed to the World Series.

October 15, 2005 Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for the Astros in win over the Cardinals in NLCS. Kendry Morales went 2 for 4, with a HR and 2 RBIs, for the Surprise Scorpions (Arizona Fall League).

October 14, 2005 Nicaraguan League began play with the following Cubans on team rosters: Indios del Boer - Maikel Neninger, Yosandri Ibañez, Michel Abreu, Barbaro Cañizarez, Antonio Jimenez (Coach), Carlos Rodriguez (Coach), Tigres del Chinandega - Miguel Perez, Alejandro Zuaznabar, Jorge Fuentes (Manager), Leones de Leon - Arian Cruz, Julio C. Villalon, Amauri Sanit, Alexis Hernandez, Maikel Jova, Francisco Santiesteban (Coach), Fiereas del San Fernando - Alexei Hernandez.

October 13, 2005 Kendry Morales went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Surprise Scorpions (Arizona Fall League). Armando Vasques has been selected to the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame.

October 12, 2005 Kendry Morales went 2 for 4, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Surprise Scorpions (Arizona Fall League).

October 11, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 3 runs in 8 innings in loss for the White Sox against the Angels in the ALCS.

October 10, 2005 Jose Contreras and Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez and White Sox head to ALCS. Orlando Palmeiro and the Astros head to the NLCS. Kendry Morales went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 2 runs scored, for the Surprise Scorpions (Arizona Fall League).

October 9, 2005 Jose Contreras to start 1st game of the ALCS for the White Sox. Jorge Posada went 1 for 1 with 3 BB and 1 run scored for the Yankees in win over the Angels in the ALDS.

October 8, 2005 Kendry Morales went 3 for 5, with 1 RBI and 2 runs scored, for the Surprise Scorpions (Arizona Fall League).

October 7, 2005 Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed no runs 3 innings of relief for the White Sox, winners over the Red Sox in the ALDS. Texas sent Michael Tejera to Oklahoma (AAA). Kendry Morales went 2 for 3, with a HR, 2 RBIs, and 2 runs scored, for the Surprise Scorpions (Arizona Fall League). Cuba is warming towards accepting an invitation to the World Baseball Classic scheduled for next March. Here are the final Japanese League stats for Alez Ochoa, Chunichi Dragons, and Alex Cabrera, Seibu Lions:
Player AVG SLG OBP G AB R H TB 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB CS E
Ochoa .269 .418 .328 137 524 59 141 219 24 0 18 78 41 103 2 1 3
Cabrera .300 .606 .407 127 444 78 133 269 28 0 36 92 71 117 1 0 5

October 5, 2005 Jorge Posada went 2 for 3 with a HR for the Yankees in loss to the Angels in the ALDS. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 3 with 2 RBIs for the Astros in win over the Braves in NLDS.

October 4, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 2 runs in 7 innings in win for the White Sox over the Red Sox in the ALDS. Kendry Morales went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 2 runs scored, for the Surprise Scorpions (Arizona Fall League).

October 3, 2005 Livan Hernandez leads majors in innings pitched with 246.1. Heading to the playoffs: Jose Contreras and Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez with the White Sox, Bronson Arroyo win the Red Sox, Jorge Posada with the Yankees and Orlando Palmeiro with the Astros.

October 2, 2005 Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez earns save for the White Sox. Raul Ibañez hits 3-run HR for the Mariners. Jorge Posada went 2 for 2 with 1 RBI for the Yankees. Alex Gonzalez went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for the Devil Rays,

October 1, 2005 Yuniesky Betancourt gets 1st major league HR and drives in 3 for the Mariners. Jose Contreras is selected American League Pitcher of the Month.

September 30, 2005 Mike Lowell went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Marlins. Livan Hernandez allowed 4 runs in 7 innings in loss for the Nationals.

September 29, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 1 for 3, with 2 BB, 1 RBI, and 2 runs scored, for the Diamondbacks. Ryan Freel went 2 for 4 for the Reds.

September 28, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 2 runs and had 9 Ks in 8 innings in win for the White Sox. Ryan Freel went 3 for 4, with 2 RBIs and 3 runs scored, for the Reds. Danny Baez picks up 41st save of the year for the Devil Rays.

September 27, 2005 Alex Gonzalez went 2 for 4, with a HR and 2 runs scored, for the Devil Rays. Danny Baez picks up 40th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 3 with 2 BB for the Mariners.

September 26, 2005 Ryan Freel went 2 for 6 with 1 run scored for the Reds.

September 25, 2005 Jorge Posada went 2 for 4 with 2 runs scored for the Yankees. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 1, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, in pinch hit appearance for Houston.

September 24, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 3 for 4, with 2 HRs, 3 RBIs and 3 runs scored, for the Diamondbacks. Livan Hernandez allowed 4 earned runs in 8 innings in loss for the Nationals.

September 23, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 1 run in complete game victory for the White Sox. Bronson Arroyo allowed 3 runs in 7 innings in win for the Red Sox. Jorge Posada went 2 for 3 for the Yankees. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Diamondbacks. Rafael Palmeiro done for the season.

September 22, 2005 Jorge Posada went 2 for 4, with 2 HRs and 4 RBIs, for the Yankees. Ryan Freel went 2 for 4 with 2 runs scored for the Reds. "Viva Baseball" a documentary about Latin ballplayers premired on Spike TV.

September 21, 2005 Mike Lowell went 2 for 5 with HR and 2 runs scored for the Marlins. Danny Baez picks up 39th save of the year for the Devil Rays.

September 20, 2005 Jorge Posada went 3-run HR for the Yankees. Livan Hernandez allowed 4 runs in 9 innings in loss for the Nationals.

September 19, 2005 Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Mariners. Alex Gonzalez went 3 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Devil Rays. Eduardo Perez went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Devil Rays. Danny Baez picks up 38th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Jorge Piedra went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for the Rockies.

September 18, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 1 run in 8 innings in win for the White Sox. Alex Gonzalez went 3 for 5, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Devil Rays. Jorge Posada went 2 for 3 with 1 RBI for the Yankees. Mike Lowell Hits 2-run HR and scored 2 runs for the Marlins. Robert Andino went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 2 runs scored, for Marlins. Danny Baez picks up 37th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Luis Gonzalez went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for the Diamondbacks.

September 17, 2005 Bronson Arroyo allowed 1 run in 7 innings in win for the Red Sox. Yuniesky Betancourt went 3 for 5 with 2 2B, 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Mariners. Jorge Posada went 3 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Yankees. Ryan Freel went 3 for 4 for the Reds. Jorge Piedra went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for the Rockies. Cuba defeated Korea 3 to 0 in the finals of the Baseball World Cup in Holland.

September 16, 2005 Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Mariners. Danny Baez picks up 36th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Rafael Palmeiro on schedule to return on Friday. Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 with a HR for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA) in Texas league championship series. Cuba defeated Panama 15 to 2 in the semi-finals of the Baseball World Cup in Holland.

September 15, 2005 Jorge Posada went 2 for 5 with 2 runs scored for the Yankees. Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Mariners. Raul Ibañez went 3 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Mariners. Livan Hernandez allowed 5 runs in 6 innings in no decision for the Nationals. Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA) in Texas league championship series.

September 14, 2005 Yuniesky Betancourt went 3 for 3, with 2 RBIs and 2 runs scored, for the Mariners. Raul Ibañez went 4 for 5, with a HR and 4 RBIs, for the Mariners. Jorge Piedra went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for the Rockies. Cuba defeated USA 11 to 3 in the quarter-finals of the Baseball World Cup in Holland.

September 13, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 3 in 5 innings in win for the White Sox. Jorge Posada went 2 for 3, with 4 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Yankees. Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 3 with 1 run scored for the Mariners. Luis Gonzalez receives the Branch Rickey Award for his philanthropic work.

September 12, 2005 ñRaul Ibaez went 4 for 5, with a HR, 2 RBIs and, 2 runs scored, for the Mariners. Bronson Arroyo allowed 3 runs in 6 innings in no decision for the Red Sox. Rafael Palmeiro continues to rehabilitate.

September 11, 2005 Alex Gonzalez went 2 for 3 with 1 run scored for the Devil Rays. Andy Abad hits HR for the Buffalo Bisons (Indians Class AAA) in International league playoff. Cuba defeated Netherlands 3 to 1 in the first round of the Baseball World Cup in Holland. Cuba defeated USA 2 to 1 in the finals of the Panamerican Junior Championship (AAA) in Mexico City.

September 10, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 4 runs in 8 innings in loss for the Nationals. Jorge Piedra went 1 for 1 with 1 RBI in pinch hit appearance for the Rockies. Cuba defeated Canada 7 to 0 in the first round of the Baseball World Cup in Holland.

September 9, 2005 Jorge Posada went 3 for 4, with a HR and 3 runs scored, for the Yankees. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 3 with 1 run scored for the Mariners. Cuba defeated Korea 4 to 1 in the first round of the Baseball World Cup in Holland.

September 8, 2005 Danny Baez picks up 35th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 , with 2 HRs and 5 RBIs, for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA) which wins Playoff and moves to Texas League Championship. Andy Abad went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for the Buffalo Bisons (Indians Class AAA) in International league playoff.

September 7, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed no runs in 7 innings in win for the White Sox. Bronson Arroyo allowed 3 runs in 8 innings in win for the Red Sox. Ryan Freel went 3 for 4, with a HR, 2 RBIs and 2 runs scored, for the Reds. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4, with 2 RBIs and 2 runs scored for the Mariners. Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 4 for the Mariners. Mike Lowell went 1 for 1 with 1 run scored in pinch hit appearance for the Marlins. Kendry Morales hits 3-run HR for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA) in Texas league playoff. Cuba defeated China 12 to 8 in the first round of the Baseball World Cup in Holland.

September 6, 2005 Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 3 runs in 6 innings in win for the White Sox. Danny Baez picks up 34th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Michel Abreu agrees to terms with the Boston Red Sox. Cuba defeated Sweden 15 to 0 in the first round of the Baseball World Cup in Holland.

September 5, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 2 runs in 8 innings and went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, in win for the Nationals. Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 4 for the Mariners. Rafael Palmeiro to rehab injuries. Ryan Freel was activiated from DL by the Reds. Cuba defeated Brasil 11 to 1 in the first round of the Baseball World Cup in Holland.

September 4, 2005 Jorge Posada went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for the Yankees. Danny Baez picks up 33rd save of the year for the Devil Rays. Robert Andino makes major league debut with Marlins. Kendry Morales went 3 for 5, with 2 RBIS and 2 runs scored, for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA) who are heading to the Texas League's East Division Championship series. Andy Abad went 3 for 5, with a HR and 2 runs scored for the Buffalo Bisons (Indians Class AAA). Cuba defeated Panama 6 to 2 in the first round of the Baseball World Cup in Holland.

September 3, 2005 Raul Ibañez went 3 for 5 with 3 RBIs for the Mariners. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 5 with 1 RBI for the Diamondbacks. Danny Baez picks up 32nd save of the year for the Devil Rays. Jorge Piedra went 1 for 1 with 1 RBI in pinch hit appearance for the Rockies. Cuba defeated South Africa 12 to 2 in the first round of the Baseball World Cup in Holland.

September 2, 2005 Marlins purchase contract of Robert Andino of Carolina (AA). Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Jorge Toca went 2 for 3, with a HR and 3 RBIs, for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA).

September 1, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 3 runs in 7 innings in win for the White Sox. Bronson Arroyo allowed 4 runs in 7 innings in win for the Red Sox. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 3 with 2 runs scored for the Mariners. Rafael Palmeiro to undergo MRI on knee and ankle. The Braves recalled Branyan Peña from Richmond (AAA). Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA).

August 31, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 3 with a HR and 2 BB for the Diamondbacks. Livan Hernandez allowed 3 runs in 7 innings in no decision for the Nationals. Kendry Morales hits HR for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Jorge Toca went 2 for 5 with 2 RBIs for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA).

August 30, 2005 Luis Gonzalez hits HR for the Diamondbacks. Branyan Peña went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Richmond Braves (AAA). The Saraperos de Saltillo with pitcher Miguel Perez reach the Mexican league finals.

August 29, 2005 Eduardo Perez hits HR for the Devil Rays. Mike Lowell went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for the Marlins. Jorge Piedra went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for the Rockies. Kendry Morales was named Texas League Player of the Week (8/22-8/28). Andy Abad went 3 for 4, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Buffalo Bisons (Indians Class AAA). Jorge Toca went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA). Vote for the Latino Legends Team begins (on ballot: Tony Perez, Rafael Palmeiro, Minnie Miñoso, Tony Oliva, Luis Gonzalez, Martin Dihigo, Adolfo Luque, Luis Tiant, Camilo Pascual, Livan Hernandez and Mike Cuellar).

August 28, 2005 Danny Baez picks up 31st save of the year for the Devil Rays. Mike Lowell went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for the Marlins. Jorge Toca went 5 for 5, with a HR, 3 RBIs and 2 runs scored, for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA). Kendry Morales went 4 for 5, with 1 RBI and 2 runs scored, for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Cuba defeated USA 5 to 0 to win the Gold medal in the "AA" World Youth Baseball Championship in Monterrey, Mexico.

August 27, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 3 runs in 7 innings in win for the White Sox as he makes case for playoff spot. Danny Baez picks up 30th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Kendry Morales went 3 for 5, with a HR and 2 runs scored, for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Branyan Peña went 2 for 5 for the Richmond Braves (AAA).

August 26, 2005 Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 3 runs in 8 innings in no decision for the White Sox. Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 with 2 runs scored for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Jorge Toca hits a HR for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA). Branyan Peña went 2 for 5, with 1 RBI and 2 runs scored, for the Richmond Braves (AAA). The Cuban national team is participating in the Italian Baseball Week Tournament.

August 25, 2005 Jorge Posada went 3 for 3 with 1 run scored for the Yankees. Raul Ibañez hits HR for the Mariners. Eduardo Perez hits HR and drives in 4 for the Devil Rays. Livan Hernandez allowed 4 runs in 6 innings in loss for the Nationals. Kendry Morales went 3 for 4 with a HR for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Jorge Toca went 2 for 4 with a HR for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA).

August 24, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro returns to lineup and questions. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 3 for the Diamondbacks. Mike Lowell went 2 for 4 for the Marlins. Kendry Morales went 5 for 5, with a HR, 6 RBIs, and 2 runs scored, for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Raul Valdes pitched 6 scoreless innings in win for the Iowa Cubs (Class AAA). Branyan Peña went 2 for 5 for the Richmond Braves (AAA).

August 23, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for the Diamondbacks. Jorge Piedra hit HR and drove in 2 runs for the Rockies. Kendry Morales hits 3-run HR for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Andy Abad went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Buffalo Bisons (Indians Class AAA). Major League Baseball to honor Latin American ballplayers with a vote ( August 29 through October 10) for the Latino Legends Team (on ballot: Tony Perez, Rafael Palmeiro, Minnie Minoso, Tony Oliva, Luis Gonzalez, Martin Dihigo, Adolfo Luque, Luis Tiant, Camilo Pascual, Livan Hernandez and Mike Cuellar).

August 22, 2005 The Braves optioned Branyan Peña to Richmond (AAA). Andy Abad went 2 for 5 for the Buffalo Bisons (Indians Class AAA).

August 21, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 1 earned run in 8 innings in win for the White Sox. Raul Ibañez hits HR for the Mariners. Jorge Piedra hits 3-run HR in pinch hit appearance for the Rockies. Danny Baez picks up 29th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Kendry Morales went 2 for 3, with 2 RBIs and 2 runs scored, for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA).

August 20, 2005 Bronson Arroyo allowed 1 earned run in 6 innings in loss for the Red Sox. Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 4 earned runs in 6 innings in loss for the White Sox. Jorge Posada went 1 for 2, with 2 BB and 2 run scored, for the Yankees. Danny Baez picks up 28th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Yuniesky Betancourt shows off defense for the Mariners. Kendry Morales hits HR for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Jorge Toca went 2 for 4, with 2 2B and 1 RBI, for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA).

August 19, 2005 Alex Gonzalez went 2 for 3 with 1 RBI for the Devil Rays. Danny Baez picks up 27th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Mariners. Jorge Piedra hit solo HR for the Rockies.

August 18, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 5 with 2 HRs for the Diamondbacks. Kendry Morales went 3 for 4, with HR and 2 RBIs, for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA).

August 17, 2005 Alex Gonzalez went 3 for 4, with a HR and 3 RBIs, for the Devil Rays. Yuniesky Betancourt went 3 for 4 with 3 runs scored for the Mariners. Danny Baez picks up 26th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Yunel Escobar went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 2 runs scored, for the Rome Braves (A). Jorge Toca hits 3-run HR for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA).

August 16, 2005 Eduardo Perez went 2 for 3, with 2 HRs and 3 RBIs, for the Devil Rays. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 2 runs scored, for the Mariners. Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Orioles. Luis Gonzalez hits 2-run HR for the Diamondbacks. Mike Lowell went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Marlins. Jorge Piedra went 1 for 1 with 1 run scored in pinch hit appearance for the Rockies. Reds place Ryan Freel on 15 day DL.

August 15, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro to speak soon on his side of the story. Livan Hernandez allowed 2 runs in 8 innings in win for the Nationals. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 3, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Mariners. Bronson Arroyo allowed 3 runs in 6 innings in no decision for the Red Sox. Alex Gonzalez went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Devil Rays. Jose Contreras allowed 4 runs in 6 innings in loss for the White Sox. Yunel Escobar went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Rome Braves (A).

August 14, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro returns to Orioles lineup. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Mariners. Eduardo Perez went 2 for 3 for the Devil Rays. Jorge Posada went 3 for 4 with 2 runs scored for the Yankees. Luis Gonzalez went 3 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Diamondbacks. Jorge Piedra went 1 for 1 with 1 run scored in pinch hit appearance for the Rockies. Danny Baez picks up 25th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Yunel Escobar went 2 for 2 for the Rome Braves (A).

August 13, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro to play on Sunday. Ryan Freel went 2 for 5 with 2 run triple for the Reds. Jorge Toca went 2 for 3, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA). Osvaldo Fernandez allowed 3 runs in 6 innings in no decision for the Tabasco Olmecas (Mexican AAA). Yunel Escobar went 2 for 3 with a HR for the Rome Braves (A).

August 12, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro documents turn in to congress. Jorge Piedra hit solo HR for the Rockies. Jorge Posada went 1 for 2, with 2 BB, I RBI and 1 run scored, for the Yankees. Danny Baez picks up 24th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Jorge Toca went 3 for 5, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA). Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA).

August 11, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro returns from 10 day suspension but does not play. Eduardo Perez hits 2-run HR for the Devil Rays. Jorge Posada hits 2-run HR for the Yankees. The Braves recalled Branyan Peña from Richmond (AAA). Jorge Toca went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA).

August 10, 2005 Bronson Arroyo allowed 4 runs in 7 innings in win for the Red Sox. Livan Hernandez went 3 for 3, with a HR and 2 RBIs, but picks up loss for the Nationals. Orlando Palmeiro went 3 for 4 with 3 RBIs for Houston. Ryan Freel went 2 for 3, with HR, 3 RBIs and 2 runs scored, for the Reds. Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 6 and Raul Ibañez went 2 for 6, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Mariners. Mike Lowell went 2 for 4, with 2 RBIs and pulls of hidden ball trick, for the Marlins. Yunel Escobar went 3 for 6 for the Rome Braves (A). Rafael Galbizo pitched 4 scoreless innings in relief to pick up win for Jamestown Jammers (Marlins Class A).

August 9, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 0 runs in 7 innings in win for the White Sox. Mike Lowell went 2 for 4 with 2 runs scored for the Marlins. Yuniesky Betancourt hits 3B with game winning RBI for the Mariners. The Giants activate Alex Sanchez from DL and designate him for assignment. Andy Abad went 3 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Buffalo Bisons (Indians Class AAA). Yosvany Almario-Cabrera went 4 for 4 with a HR, 1 RBI and 2 runs scored for the Buffalo Bisons (Indians Class AAA). Joe Azcue, Minnie Miñoso and Luis Tiant named to Top 100 Greatest Indians list.

August 8, 2005 Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 3 runs in 6 innings in loss for the White Sox. Kendry Morales went 2 for 4, with HR and 2 runs scored, for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Andy Abad went 2 for 5 with 1 RBI for the Buffalo Bisons (Indians Class AAA). The Cuban national team defeated all rivals in the Baseball Quadrangular Tournament (Cuba, Panama, Puerto Rico and Nicaragua) ending today.

August 7, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 5, with 1 HR and 4 RBIs, for the Diamondbacks. Jorge Piedra hit 3-run HR for the Rockies. Alex Gonzalez hit HR for the Devil Rays. Osvaldo Fernandez allowed 0 runs in 3 innings to pick up save for the Tabasco Olmecas (Mexican AAA). Jorge Toca went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA).

August 6, 2005 Jorge Posada went 2 for 5 with 1 run scored for the Yankees. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 5 with 1 RBI for the Diamondbacks. Danny Baez picks up 23rd save of the year for the Devil Rays. Jorge Toca went 2 for 4, with HR and 2 RBIs, for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA).

August 5, 2005 Jorge Posada went 2 for 5 with 1 RBI for the Yankees. Rafael Galbizo moves up to the Jamestown Jammers (Marlins Class A).

August 4, 2005 Raul Ibañez hits HR for the Mariners. Jose Contreras allowed 3 runs in 5 innings in no decision for the White Sox. The Cuban national team opened the Baseball Quadrangular Tournament (Cuba, Panama, Puerto Rico and Nicaragua) with a 8 to 0 victory over Panama. Osvaldo Fernandez allowed 3 runs in 7 innings in first round playoff win for the Tabasco Olmecas (Mexican AAA).

August 3, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro could face perjury charges. Jorge Posada hit HR and drove in two for the Yankees. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with 2 runs scored for the Mariners. Ryan Freel went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for the Reds. Danny Baez picks up 22nd save of the year for the Devil Rays. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 1, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, in pinch hit appearance for Houston. Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 4 runs in 7 innings in loss for the White Sox. Kendry Morales hits HR for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Jorge Toca went 2 for 2 with 1 RBI for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA).

August 2, 2005 Alex Gonzalez went 2 for 4, with a HR, 2 RBIs and 2 runs scored, for the Devil Rays. Danny Baez picks up 21st save of the year for the Devil Rays. Ryan Freel went 2 for 5 with 1 run scored for the Reds. Orlando Palmeiro went 2 for 3 for Houston. Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 3, with 1 RBI and 1 Run Scored, for the Mariners. Kendry Morales hits HR for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA).

August 1, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro is suspended for ten days for violating the MLB drug policy. Mike Lowell hits HR and drives in 3 for the Marlins. Yunel Escobar hits HR for the Rome Braves (A). Hansel Izquierdo is named Eastern League Pitcher of the Week (July 25-31). Marlins sign Jason Romano to a minor league contract and assign him to the Albaquerque Isotopes (AAA). Jorge Toca went 2 for 4 for the Charlotte Knights (White Sox Class AAA). Andy Abad went 1 for 2 with 3 RBIs for the Buffalo Bisons (Indians Class AAA).

July 31, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 3 for 5, with 2 HRs, 3 RBIs and 3 runs scored, for the Diamondbacks. Livan Hernandez allowed 2 runs in 8 innings in win for the Nationals. Raul Ibañez went 3 for 4, with 2 RBIs and 3 runs scored, for the Mariners. Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 5 for the Mariners. Mike Lowell went 3 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Marlins. Eduardo Perez went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for the Devil Rays. Kendry Morales went 2 for 4, with a HR, 3 RBIs and 2 runs scored, for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Yunel Escobar went 3 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Rome Braves (A).

July 30, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro hit HR (569), 1191 Extra Base Hits moves him past Lou Gehrig into 6th all-time, and drove in 2 for Baltimore. Jorge Piedra went 2 for 3 with 3 runs scored for the Rockies. Ryan Freel went 2 for 2 with 1 run scored for the Reds. Mike Lowell went 2 for 4 for the Marlins. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for Houston. The Red Sox trade Kenny Perez to the Diamondbacks. Kendry Morales went 2 for 5, with a HR, 2 RBIs and 3 runs scored, for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA).

July 29, 2005 Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 2 runs in 6 innings in win for the White Sox. Bronson Arroyo allowed 3 runs in 7 innings in win for the Red Sox. Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for Baltimore. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 5 with 2 RBIs for the Mariners. Danny Baez picks up 20th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for Houston.

July 28, 2005 The Mariners called up Yuniesky Betancourt from the Tacoma Rainiers (AAA) and debuts with a 3B. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4, with a HR and 3 RBIs, for the Mariners. Luis Gonzalez went 3 for 5, with a HR and 2 RBIs, for the Diamondbacks. Ryan Freel went 2 for 5 with 1 run scored for the Reds. Jorge Piedra went 1 for 1 with 1 RBI in pinch hit appearance for the Rockies.

July 27, 2005 Ryan Freel went 3 for 4, with 5 SB (a team record) and 2 runs scored, for the Reds. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with 2 runs scored for the Mariners. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4 for the Diamondbacks. The Orioles place Eli Marrero on the 15 day DL. Kendry Morales went 2 for 5, with 4 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). The Braves recalled Branyan Peña from Richmond (AAA).

July 26, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for Baltimore. Livan Hernandez allowed 1 run in 8 innings in no decision for the Nationals. Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Yunel Escobar went 3 for 5, with 2 2Bs and 1 run scored, for the Rome Braves (A).

July 25, 2005 Alex Gonzalez went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Devil Rays.

July 24, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 3 runs in 5 innings in win for the White Sox. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for the Diamondbacks. The Giants placed Alex Sanchez on the 15 day DL.

July 23, 2005 Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 2 runs in 6 innings in loss for the White Sox. Alex Gonzalez hits HR and Danny Baez picks up 19th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Mike Lowell went 3 for 5, with 3 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Marlins. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for Houston. Bronson Arroyo and Mike Lowell in trade rumors. Yuniesky Betancourt went 3 for 4 with 1 run scored and 1 RBI for the Tacoma Rainiers (Mariners AAA). Yunel Escobar went 3 for 6 with 2 runs scored for the Rome Braves (A).

July 22, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 3 for 5 with 2 runs scored for the Diamondbacks. Mike Lowell hits HR for the Marlins. Danny Baez picks up 18th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Orlando Palmeiro went 2 for 2 with 1 run scored in pinch hit appearance for Houston. Rafael Palmeiro gets hit 3011 and moves past Wade Boggs into 23rd all-time.

July 21, 2005 Ryan Freel went 2 for 4 for the Reds. Livan Hernandez will not have season ending surgery as reported yesterday.

July 20, 2005 Livan Hernandez, who plans to have season ending surgery, allowed 3 earned runs in 7 innings in loss for the Nationals. Rafael Palmeiro hit HR (568), 5374 Total Bases moves him past Frank Robinson into 10th all-time, and drove in 2 for Baltimore. Jorge Posada went 2 for 4 with HR for the Yankees. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 3, with a HR and 2 runs scored, for the Mariners. Eduardo Perez hits HR and drives in 2 for the Devil Rays. Reds activate Ryan Freel from 15 day DL. Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 3 with 1 run scored for the Tacoma Rainiers (Mariners AAA).

July 19, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for Baltimore. Bronson Arroyo allowed 2 runs in 7 innings in win for the Red Sox. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 5, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Mariners. Orlando Palmeiro went 3 for 4 with 2 runs scored for Houston. Jason Romano refuses the Reds assignment to Louisville (AAA) and becomes free agent.

July 18, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 3 for 5, 3007 hits ties Al Kaline for 24th all-time, with 1 run scored for Baltimore. Jorge Posada went 2 for 4, with HR, 3 RBIs, and 1 run scored, for the Yankees. Mike Lowell went 3 for 6, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Marlins. Danny Baez picks up 17th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 4 runs in 6 innings in no decision, for the White Sox, after returning from DL.

July 17, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro hit HR (567), 1827 RBIs ties Al Simmons for 15th all-time, for Baltimore. Jorge Posada hit 2-run HR for the Yankees. Danny Baez picks up 16th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 4, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Tacoma Rainiers (Mariners AAA). Michel Hernandez went 2 for 4 for the Portland Beavers (San Diego AAA).

July 16, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for Baltimore. Danny Baez picks up 15th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Tampa Bay activated Alex Gonzalez from the 15 day DL. Kendry Morales went 4 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA).

July 15, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, and picks up hit 3,000 to become only 4th player in history to collect 500 HR and 3000 hits. Jorge Piedra went 3 for 4, with HR, 2 RBIs, and 2 runs scored, for the Rockies. Livan Hernandez allowed 2 earned runs in 8 innings in no decision for the Nationals. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 2 with 2 runs scored in pinch hit appearance for Houston. Reds send Ryan Freel to Chattanooga (AA) on a rehab assignment. Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 4 for the Tacoma Rainiers (Mariners AAA).

July 14, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro picks up hit 2,999. Jose Contreras allowed 0 runs on 3 hits in 7 innings in win for the White Sox. Jorge Posada went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Yankees. Danny Baez picks up 14th save of the year for the Devil Rays. The Reds assigned Jason Romano to Louisville (AAA). Yunel Escobar went 4 for 4, with a HR and 2 runs scored, for the Rome Braves (A).

July 13, 2005 Branyan Peña played for the International League team in the Triple-A All-Star Game. Kenny Perez went 1 for 2, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the North Division team in the Eastern League All-Star Game.

July 12, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 1 for 1, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, and Livan Hernandez pitched one inning for the National League at the All-Star game.

July 11, 2005 Cuba invited but has not yet accepted a spot in the World Baseball Classic starting on March 3, 2006.

July 10, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro hit HR (566) with 2 RBIs for the Orioles. Alex Sanchez went 3 for 5 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored for the Giants. Kendry Morales (went 1-2 with 2B) and Yuniesky Betancourt (displayed sharp defense) were starters for the World Team (winners 4-0 over Team USA) at the All-Star Futures Game.

July 9, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 3, with HR (565) and 6 RBIs, for the Orioles. Raul Ibañez went 3 for 5, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Mariners. Orlando Palmeiro hits HR for Houston. Danny Baez picks up win in relief appearance for the Devil Rays.

July 8, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 4 with HR (564 passing Reggie Jackson for 9th all-time) for the Orioles. Bronson Arroyo allowed 1 run in 7 innings in win for the Red Sox. Mike Lowell went 2 for 3 with a HR and 3 RBIs for the Marlins. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 5 with 2 RBIs for the Mariners. Jorge Piedra went 2 for 2 after pinch hit appearance for the Rockies. Jason Romano went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for the Reds. Alex Sanchez went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for the Giants. Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 with a HR for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA).

July 7, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4 with a walk off HR for the Diamondbacks. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with 3 runs scored for the Mariners. Eli Marrero went 1 for 2, with a HR for the Orioles. Mike Lowell went 1 for 2, with 2 BB, 1 RBI, and 1 run scored, for the Marlins. A team of women ballplayers from Canada are in Cuba to play against teams of Cuban women.

July 6, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 2 runs in 6 innings in win for the White Sox. Livan Hernandez allowed 5 runs in 7 innings in loss for the Nationals. Alex Sanchez went 2 for 5 with 2 RBIs for the Giants. Eduardo Perez went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for the Devil Rays. Kendry Morales drove in 3 runs and scored 2 for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA).

July 5, 2005 Mike Lowell went 3 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Marlins. Occidentales defeated Centrales 11-2 and 9-3 to win the finals of the Super League. Diamondbacks sign Vladimir Nuñez to a minor league contract and assigned him to Tucson (AAA). Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 4 with 2 doubles, 1 RBI, and 2 runs scored for the Tacoma Rainiers (Mariners AAA).

July 4, 2005 ñRaul Ibaez went 2 for 4 with 3 run HR and 2 runs scored, while providing leadership for the Mariners.

July 3, 2005 Headed to the All-Star game: National Leaguers P Livan Hernandez and OF Luis Gonzalez and American Leaguer P Danny Baez. Bronson Arroyo allowed 3 runs in 8 innings in loss for the Red Sox. Alex Sanchez went 1 for 1 with 1 run scored in pinch hit appearance for the Giants. Alex Gonzalez placed on 15 day DL by the Devil Rays.

July 2, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 5 with 1 run scored and makes great catch to rob HR for the Diamondbacks. Orlando Palmeiro drove in winning run in first game and then goes 2 for 5 with a HR in second for Houston.

July 1, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 3 earned runs in 8 innings in win for the Nationals. Eli Marrero went 1 for 2, with 1 run scored for the Orioles. Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez will take time coming back from DL. Baseball and Softball will be left out of the 2012 Olympics.

June 30, 2005 Raul Ibañez went 3 for 4 with a HR for the Mariners. Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 4 with 2 RBIs for the Orioles. Luis Gonzalez hit HR for the Diamondbacks. Kenny Perez was named to the roster of the North Division team for the Eastern League All-Star Game on July 13th. Santiago de Cuba defeated Orientales 3-2 and 2-0 for 3rd place of the Super League.

June 29, 2005 Luis Gonzalez returns to the Diamondbacks. Yunel Escobar is moving upto the Rome Braves (A) after batting .400 in 8 games for the Danville Braves (R). Branyan Peña was named to the roster of the International League team for the Triple-A All-Star Game on July 13th.

June 28, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro hit 2-run HR (563 tying Reggie Jackson for 9th all-time) for the Orioles. Kendry Morales went 4 for 5, with 3 HRs and 5 RBIs, for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). Ayalen Ortiz , Juan Miguel Miranda, Donell Linares and Omar Llapur hold tryout for scouts in Santo Domingo.

June 27, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 2 with a 2B and 2 BB for the Orioles. Mike Lowell went 2 for 3 with 1 run scored for the Marlins. Danny Baez picks up 13th save of the year for the Devil Rays. Jorge Piedra went 1 for 2, with 1 run scored, after pinch hit appearance for the Rockies. Yuniesky Betancourt went 3 for 4 with 2-run 3B for the Tacoma Rainiers (Mariners AAA). Centrales will play Occidentales in the Super League finals starting on July 3rd. Santiago de Cuba and Orientales will battle for 3rd place of the Super League starting on June 29th.

June 26, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro hit HR (562) for the Orioles. Orlando Palmeiro went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for Houston. Yuniesky Betancourt hits 2-run HR for the Tacoma Rainiers (Mariners AAA). Yunel Escobar had 3 hits for the Danville Braves (R). David Segui signs with the Kansas City T-Bones of the independent Northern League.

June 25, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 2 earned runs in 7 innings in win for the Nationals. Eduardo Perez went 2 for 3 with a HR for the Devil Rays. Jason Romano went 1 for 2, with a HR and 2 RBIs, for the Reds. Raul Ibañez hits 2-run HR for the Mariners. Jorge Piedra went 1 for 1, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, in pinch hit appearance for the Rockies. Raul Valdez allowed 4 hits in 6 innings in win (6-2) for the Iowa Cubs (AAA). Yunel Escobar went 2 for 4, with 4 RBIs and 3 runs scored, for the Danville Braves (R). Arizona placed Luis Gonzalez on the bereavement list. Reds place Ryan Freel on 15 day DL.

June 24, 2005 Alex Gonzalez went 3 for 3 with 1 RBI for the Devil Rays.

June 23, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 5, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Diamondbacks. Danny Baez picks up 12th save of the year for the Devil Rays. The Giants claimed Alex Sanchez from the Devil Rays. Yunel Escobar is batting .364 with 2 HRs in 3 games for the Danville Braves (R).

June 22, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro hit HR (561) for the Orioles. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4 for the Diamondbacks. Kendry Morales and Yuniesky Betancourt were named to the roster of the World Team for the All-Star Futures Game on July 10th (ESPN2). Occidentales defeats the Venezuelan team to win the first ALBA Sports Games in Cuba.

June 21, 2005 Eli Marrero went 3 for 4, with HR, 3 RBIs and 2 runs scored for the Orioles. Bronson Arroyo allowed 1 run in 7 innings in win for the Red Sox. Jorge Posada went 1 for 2, with HR and 2 RBIs, for the Yankees. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 2 runs scored, for the Diamondbacks. Alex Gonzalez went 2 for 5 with 2 runs scored for the Devil Rays. Raul Valdez allowed 1 run in 6 innings in win for the Iowa Cubs (AAA). Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 4 with 3-run HR for the Tacoma Rainiers (Mariners AAA). Maels Rodriguez, drafted by the Diamondbacks, joins the Missoula Ospreys (R). Joel Perez, drafted in the 14th round (439), signs with the Yankees. Update from the Japanese league for Alex Ochoa, with the Chunichi Dragons, and Alex Cabrera, with the Seibu Lions:
Player AVG SLG OBP G AB R H TB 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO SB CS E
Alex Ochoa .295 .448 .332 66 261 28 77 117 13 0 9 41 13 43 1 1 1
Alex Cabrera .283 .535 .393 67 230 38 65 123 13 0 15 42 36 56 0 0 5

June 20, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 2 earned runs in 7 innings in win for the Nationals. Eli Marrero hit 2 run HR for the Orioles. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for Houston.

June 19, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 3, with HR, 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Orioles. Eli Marrero went 2 for 3 with 1 run scored for the Orioles. Raul Ibañez went 3 for 5, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Mariners. Jose Contreras allowed 3 earned runs in 6 innings in no decision for the White Sox. Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez is placed on the 15 day DL by the White Sox.

June 18, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Orioles. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 3 for the Mariners.

June 17, 2005 Jorge Posada went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Yankees. Jorge Piedra went 3 for 4 for the Rockies. Eli Marrero went 1 for 1 with 1 run scored in pinch hit appearance for the Orioles. Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 with 3 RBIs for the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA). The 5 teams participating in the Cuban super league will play in the first ALBA Sports Games opening today in Cuba.

June 16, 2005 ñRaul Ibaez hit HR for the Mariners.

June 15, 2005 Bronson Arroyo allowed 1 run in 7 innings in win for the Red Sox. Jorge Posada went 2 for 4, with HR and 2 RBIs, for the Yankees. Mike Lowell went 3 for 5, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Marlins. Orlando Palmeiro went 2 for 3 for Houston. Alex Gonzalez went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for the Devil Rays. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 5 with 1 run scored for the Mariners.

June 14, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 3 runs in 5 innings in no decision for the Nationals. Rafael Palmeiro went 1 for 2 with 2 RBIs for the Orioles. Jorge Posada went 2 for 5, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Yankees. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 5 with 2 RBIs for the Diamondbacks. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 for the Mariners.

June 13, 2005 Luis Gonzalez hit 3 run HR for the Diamondbacks. Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 5 with 1 run scored for the Orioles. Mike Lowell went 1 for 2, with 2 BB and 1 run scored, for the Marlins. Eduardo Perez went 2 for 3 with 1 RBI for the Devil Rays. The Devil Rays designated Alex Sanchez for assignment. Kendry Morales is moving up to the Arkansas Travelers (Angels Class AA) after hitting .344, with 5 HR and 22 RBIs, in 22 games for the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes (Angels Class A). Reds sign P Arian Cruz to a minor league contract.

June 12, 2005 Alex Gonzalez hits game winning 2 run HR in the 13th inning and Alex Sanchez went 2 for 6, with 2 runs scored for the Devil Rays. Jorge Posada went 2 for 4 with HR for the Yankees. Rafael Palmeiro went 1 for 2, with 2 BB and 1 run scored, for the Orioles. Jorge Piedra went 1 for 1, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, in pinch hit appearance for the Rockies.

June 11, 2005 Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 1 with 1 run scored in pinch hit appearance for Houston.

June 10, 2005 Mike Lowell hit grand slam HR for the Marlins. Rockies recalled Jorge Piedra from Colorado Springs (AAA).

June 9, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 2 runs in 8 innings in win for the Nationals. Mike Lowell went 2 for 3 for the Marlins. Ryan Freel scored 3 runs and stole 3 bases for the Reds. Yunel Escobar, drafted in the second round (75), signs with the Braves.

June 8, 2005 Eduardo Perez went 2 for 2, with a grand slam HR and 4 RBIs, for the Devil Rays. Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 4 runs in 6 innings in win for the White Sox. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 2 with a HR for Houston. Ryan Freel went 2 for 4 with 2 runs scored for the Reds. Alex Gonzalez went 1 for 2, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Devil Rays. Kendry Morales hit 2 run HR for the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes (Angels Class A). The Orioles acquired Eli Marrero from the Royals. Rafael Galbizo is selected in the 20th round (606) of the MLB draft by the Marlins, Maels Rodriguez is selected in the 22nd round (651) by the Diamondbacks and Jose Cordero is selected in the 44th round (1329) by the Twins.

June 7, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 1 run in 6 innings in win for the White Sox. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 5, with a HR, 3 RBIs and 2 runs scored, for the Diamondbacks. Ryan Freel went 2 for 3 with 3 runs scored for the Reds. Raul Ibañez hit HR for the Mariners. Yunel Escobar is selected in the second round (75) of the MLB draft by the Braves and Joel Perez is selected in the 14th round (439) by the Yankees. The Reds designated Jason Romano for assignment.

June 6, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 2 runs scored, for the Diamondbacks. The Rangers purchased contract of Michael Tejera from Oklahoma (AAA).

June 5, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 3 for 4 with a HR (300th of career), 1 RBI and 2 run scored. Mike Lowell went 3 for 4 for the Marlins.

June 4, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro hit grand slam HR (559) and now has 1802 career RBIs. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with a HR, 2 RBIs and 2 runs scored for the Mariners. Bronson Arroyo allowed 2 earned run in 6 innings in no decision for the Red Sox. Alex Sanchez, of the Devil Rays, went 2 for 3, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored and went 3 for 4 with a HR, 2 RBIs and 1 run scored in double header. Kendry Morales went 3 for 5 (.311 in 15 games), with 1 RBI, for the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes (Angels Class A).

June 3, 2005 Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 4 runs in 6 innings in win for the White Sox after coming of 15 day DL. ñRaul Ibaez went 3 for 3 with 1 RBI for the Mariners. Livan Hernandez allowed 2 runs in 9 innings in no decision for the Nationals.

June 2, 2005 Yuniesky Betancourt is moving up to the Tacoma Rainers (Mariners Class AAA) after hitting .273 in 52 games, and being named to the Texas League all-star game, with the San Antonio Missions (Mariners Class AA).

June 1, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 2 earned runs in 6 innings in no decision for the White Sox.

May 31, 2005 Raul Ibañez went 2 for 5 with 1 run scored for the Mariners. The Royals designated Eli Marrero for assignment.

May 30, 2005 Ryan Freel hits 3 run HR in 9th inning for the Reds.

May 29, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 2 runs in 7 innings in win for the Nationals. ñRaul Ibaez went 3 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Mariners. Ryan Freel went 3 for 4, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Reds. Alex Gonzalez went 1 for 2, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Devil Rays.

May 28, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro hit HR (558) for the Orioles. Branyan Peña went 2 for 4 for the Braves.

May 27, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 3 for 4 giving him 2964 career hits moving him past Sam Crawford into 27th on the All-time hit list. Alex Sanchez, of the Devil Rays, went 2 for 3, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored. Jorge Posada went 2 for 3 for the Yankees. Jason Romano went 1 for 1 and scores game winning run for the Reds.

May 26, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 4 with HR (557) runs for the Orioles. Jason Romano went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Reds. Jose Contreras allowed 3 earned runs in 7 innings in loss for the White Sox.

May 25, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro hit HR (556) and drove in 2 runs for the Orioles. Ryan Freel went 4 for 6, with HR and 3 runs scored, for the Reds. Mike Lowell went 3 for 4, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Marlins. Jorge Posada went 2 for 3 with 2 RBIs for the Yankees. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 3 with 1 run scored for the Mariners. Bronson Arroyo allowed 2 earned run in 6 innings in loss for the Red Sox. Alex Sanchez, of the Devil Rays, went 1 for 2, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored. The Reds purchased contract of Jason Romano from Louisville (AAA).

May 24, 2005 Jorge Posada went 3 for 4, with 2 HRs, 4 RBIs and 2 runs scored, for the Yankees. Livan Hernandez allowed 3 runs in 7 innings in no decision for the Nationals. Kendry Morales went 4 for 6 (.474 in 4 games), with HR, for the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes (Angels Class A). Ryan Freel went 2 for 5 for the Reds. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for the Diamondbacks.

May 23, 2005 Branyan Peña went 1 for 4 with 1 run scored in his ML debut with the Braves.

May 22, 2005 Orlando Palmeiro went 2 for 4 for Houston. Mike Lowell went 2 for 4 for the Marlins. Alex Sanchez, of the Devil Rays, went 3 for 4. The Cardinals acquire Vladimir Nuñez and assigned him to Memphis (AAA).

May 21, 2005 Jose Contreras allowed 1 run in 7 innings in win for the White Sox. Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 3 with 2 runs scored for the Orioles. Kendry Morales, hits HR, in first U.S. at bat, singles twice and drives in 3 runs for the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes (Angels Class A). Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez is to be placed on the 15 day DL by the White Sox.

May 20, 2005 Mike Lowell went 2 for 4 with 3 RBIs for the Marlins. The Braves purchased contract of Branyan Peña from Richmond (AAA). Kendry Morales , who had been stuck in the Dominican Republic with immigration issues, is scheduled to start with the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes (Angels Class A) on Saturday.

May 19, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 1 run in 7 innings in win for the Nationals. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4, with a HR, 3 RBIs and 2 runs scored, for the Diamondbacks.

May 17, 2005 Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4, with 3 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Mariners. Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 3, with 2 BBs and 1 run scored, for the Orioles. Orlando Palmeiro went 3 for 5 for Houston. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 5 with 2 runs scored for the Diamondbacks.

May 16, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 4 for 5, with HR (555), 5 RBIs, and 2 runs scored, for the Orioles. Alex Sanchez, of the Devil Rays, went 3 for 3 with 1 run scored. Jorge Posada went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for the Yankees. Bronson Arroyo allowed 4 earned run in 7 innings in no decision for the Red Sox.

May 15, 2005 Alex Sanchez , of the Devil Rays, went 2 for 5. Jose Contreras allowed 4 earned runs in 6 innings in loss for the White Sox.

May 14, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 2 runs in 6 innings but left game with inflammation in the knee. Jorge Posada went 2 for 4, with a HR, 3 RBIs and 2 runs scored, for the Yankees. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with a HR for the Mariners. Rafael Palmeiro went 1 for 2, with 3 BBs, 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Orioles. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for the Diamondbacks. Ryan Freel went 3 for 5 with 2 runs scored for the Reds. The 4th Cuban Super League begins today with the following 5 teams: Santiago de Cuba, Habana Occidentales, Centrales and Orientales.

May 13, 2005 Alex Gonzalez went 2 for 3 with a HR, Alex Sanchez went 3 for 4 with 1 run scored and Danys Baez gets 4th win for the Devil Rays. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for the Diamondbacks.

May 12, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro hits HR (554) for the Orioles. White Sox minor leaguer Jorge Toca is suspended for 15 days for violating steroids policy.

May 11, 2005 Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 2 runs in 6 innings in win for the White Sox. Jorge Posada went 3 for 4, with HR and 2 RBIs, for the Yankees. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 5, with a HR, 3 RBIs and 2 runs scored, for the Mariners. Yobal Dueñas is transfered to Columbus (AAA). Cuba to receive an invitation to the World Baseball Classic to be held in March 2006.

May 10, 2005 Mike Lowell hits clutch 2B and drives in 2 for the Marlins. Bronson Arroyo allowed 1 earned run in 6 innings in no decision for the Red Sox. Rafael Palmeiro hits HR (553) for the Orioles. Jose Contreras allowed 4 runs in 5 innings in no decision for the White Sox. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 1 with 1 RBI in pinch hit appearance for Houston. The White Sox signed Ricky Gutierrez to a minor league contract and assigned him to Charlotte (AAA). Ryan Freel pleads guilty to DUI charge and has license suspended for 90 days.

May 9, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 3 runs in 7 innings to win his 100th game and went 2 for 3 at the plate. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 2 with 2 RBIs. Raul Valdes is moving up to the Iowa Cubs (Class AAA) after after going 2-0 with a 5.09 ERA with the Tennessee Diamond Jaxx (Cubs Class AA).

May 8, 2005 Luis Gonzalez hits HR and scored 2 runs for the Diamondbacks. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 5 for the Mariners. Jorge Posada hits HR for the Yankees. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 1 in pinch hit appearance for Houston. Ryan Freel went 2 for 5 for the Reds.

May 6, 2005 Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 3 runs in 7 innings in win for the White Sox. Mike Lowell went 2 for 2, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Marlins. Ryan Freel went 2 for 4, with 2 runs scored, for the Reds.

May 5, 2005 Bronson Arroyo allowed 1 run in 8 innings in win for the Red Sox. Jose Contreras allowed 1 run in 8 innings in win for the White Sox. Alex Sanchez , of the Devil Rays, went 3 for 3, with a HR and 4 runs scored.

May 4, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 2 runs in complete game victory for the Nationals. Luis Gonzalez went 3 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Diamondbacks. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Mariners.

May 3, 2005 Alex Sanchez went 2 for 5, with 2 runs scored, and Alex Gonzalez went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI for the Devil Rays. Luis Gonzalez went 3 for 4, with 1 run scored, for the Diamondbacks. Jorge Posada hits HR for the Yankees. Eli Marrero hits HR for the Royals.

May 2, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 3 for 5, with a HR, 2 RBIs and 3 runs scored, for the Diamondbacks. Alex Sanchez, of the Devil Rays, hits HR. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 1, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored in pinch hit appearance, for Houston.

April 30, 2005 Eli Marrero went 3 for 4, with 2 HRs, 3 RBIs and 3 runs scored for the Royals. Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 3 runs in 7 innings in win for the White Sox. Bronson Arroyo allowed 2 runs in 7 innings in win for the Red Sox. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 5 with 2 RBIs for the Mariners. Alex Sanchez, of the Devil Rays, went 1 for 2, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored. Mike Lowell went 1 for 2, with 1 run scored, for the Marlins.

April 29, 2005 Bronson Arroyo, of the Red Sox, received 6 game suspension. Livan Hernandez allowed 1 run in 8 innings in win for the Nationals. Jose Contreras allowed 1 run in 6 innings in no decision for the White Sox. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 5, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Diamondbacks. Amaury Casañas (in Mexico) and Oscar Macias (in Miami) escaped Cuba recently.

April 27, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4, with 2 RBI, for the Diamondbacks. Eduardo Perez went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI, for the Devil Rays.

April 26, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 3 for 5, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Orioles. Raul Ibañez went 3 for 4 with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored for the Mariners. Eli Marrero went 2 for 4 for the Royals. Ryan Freel went 1 for 1, with 1 run scored in pinch hit appearance, for the Reds. Jose and Ozzie Canseco must pay an additional $290,000 in punitive damages in civil suit.

April 25, 2005 Luis Gonzalez went 3 for 4, with 1 RBI, for the Diamondbacks. Jose and Ozzie Canseco found liable in civil suit and must pay $738,000 in compensatory damages.

April 24, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 3 runs in 7 innings in win for the Nationals. Jorge Posada went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 2 runs scored, for the Yankees. Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 1 earned run in 5 innings in no decision for the White Sox. Eduardo Perez went 1 for 2, with 1 RBI, for the Devil Rays. Bronson Arroyo allowed 3 runs in 6 innings in win for the Red Sox. Raul Ibañez scored 2 runs on 2 BB for the Mariners. Ryan Freel went 2 for 5, with 2 runs scored, for the Reds.

April 23, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 1 for 2, with 1 RBI, for the Orioles. Alex Gonzalez hits HR and drives in 2 for the Devil Rays. Ryan Freel went 3 for 5 for the Reds. Cuban players Yunel Escobar, Joel Perez, Johan Limonta, Jose Angel Cordero, Rafael Galbizo and Waltary Agusti had a tryout for scouts.

April 22, 2005 Eduardo Perez hits walk off game winning HR in pinch hit appearance for the Devil Rays. Jorge Posada went 1 for 1, with a 2B and 1 RBI, in pinch hit appearance for the Yankees. Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 5, with 1 run scored for the Orioles. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Diamondbacks.

April 20, 2005 Jorge Posada went 3 for 5, with a HR, 4 RBIs and 2 runs scored, for the Yankees. Alex Sanchez, of the Devil Rays, went 2 for 3, with 1 run scored. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Mariners. The Yuma Scorpions, of the Golden Baseball League, signed catcher Alexis Hernandez.

April 19, 2005 Eduardo Perez went 2 for 3, with 2 HRs and 3 RBIs for the Devil Rays. Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 0 runs in 6 innings in win for the White Sox. Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with a HR for the Mariners. Rafael Palmeiro hits HR (552) for the Orioles. Bronson Arroyo allowed 1 run in 7 innings in no decision for the Red Sox.

April 18, 2005 Jorge Posada went 2 for 6, with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored, for the Yankees. Jose Contreras allowed 2 earned runs in 4 innings in no decision for the White Sox. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 1, with a 2B in pinch hit appearance, for Houston.

April 17, 2005 Eli Marrero went 2 for 4, with a HR, for the Royals. Raul Ibañez hits HR for the Mariners.

April 16, 2005 Alex Gonzalez went 4 for 4 for the Devil Rays. Luis Gonzalez hits HR and drives in 3, for the Diamondbacks.

April 14, 2005 Alex Sanchez , of the Devil Rays, went 2 for 5, with 3 runs scored, in first game back from suspension. Livan Hernandez allowed 3 run on 3 hits in 8 innings in no home opener win for the Nationals. Luis Gonzalez went 1 for 2, with 2 walks and 1 run scored, for the Diamondbacks.

April 13, 2005 Alex Gonzalez went 2 for 3 for the Devil Rays. Jose Contreras allowed 4 runs in 6 innings in no decision for the White Sox. Jorge Posada went 2 for 4, with 1 run scored, for the Yankees. Ryan Freel went 2 for 4, with 1 run scored, for the Reds. Santiago de Cuba defeated Habana, 2 to 1, to take the Cuban league title.

April 12, 2005 Tampa Bay's Alex Sanchez practices with team. Alex Gonzalez went 2 for 3, with 1 RBI, for the Devil Rays. Mike Lowell hit HR, scored 2 runs and drove in 2 for the Marlins. Pretrial hearings began in civil suit trial of Jose and Ozzie Canseco .

April 11, 2005 The Rockies' Jorge Piedra is suspended for 10 days for violating steroids policy. Orlando Palmeiro went 1 for 2, with 1 3B and 1 RBI, for Houston.

April 10, 2005 Rafael Palmeiro went 3 for 4, with 1 RBI and 1 run scored, for the Orioles. Jorge Posada went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI, for the Yankees. Santiago de Cuba defeated Habana, 8 to 0, in the fifth game of the Cuban league finals.

April 9, 2005 Livan Hernandez allowed 1 run on 5 hits in 7 innings in no decision for the Nationals. Santiago de Cuba defeated Habana, 10 to 0, in the fourth game of the Cuban league finals.

April 8, 2005 Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez allowed 1 run on 6 hits in 7 innings in win for the White Sox. Bronson Arroyo allowed 2 runs on 3 hits in 6 innings in win for the Red Sox. Rafael Palmeiro went 2 for 4, with 1 RBI, for the Orioles. ñRaul Ibaez hits HR and drives in 2 runs, for the Mariners. Mike Lowell went 2 for 4, with 1 HR and 1 RBI, for the Marlins. Luis Gonzalez went 2 for 2, with 2 walks, 1 run scored and 1 RBI, for the Diamondbacks. Habana defeated Santiago de Cuba, 7 to 0, in the third game of the Cuban league finals.

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