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 31, 2009 LHP Aroldis Chapman gets interest from Angels. RHP Danys Baez signs with the Phillies. 3B Mike Lowell has surgery on thumb.

December 23, 2009 RHP Danys Baez could sign with the Phillies.

December 21, 2009 3B Mike Lowell talks about thumb injury.

December 20, 2009 LHP Aroldis Chapman gets offer from Marlins.

December 19, 2009 3B Mike Lowell to have surgery on thumb stopping trade to Rangers.

December 18, 2009 3B Mike Lowell to be seen by Rangers’ doctors.

December 15, 2009 LHP Aroldis Chapman impresses MLB scouts.

December 14, 2009 Trade of 3B Mike Lowell to the Rangers held up by medical issues. A’s invite C Joel Galaraga and 2B Adrain Cardenas to Spring Training.

December 13, 2009 LHP Aroldis Chapman will have critical pitching session with teams on Tuesday.

December 10, 2009 3B Mike Lowell closing in on trade to the Rangers.

December 9, 2009 3B Mike Lowell tentatively traded to the Rangers. LHP Aroldis Chapman to pitch in front of interested teams.

December 7, 2009 RHP Vinnie Chulk signs minor league deal with the Pirates.

December 6, 2009 LHP Noel Arguelles is close to a deal with the Royals.

December 4, 2009 RHP Bronson Arroyo was awarded the Johnny Vander Meer Award as the Most Outstanding Pitcher and the Joe Nuxhall Good Guy Award by the Reds. Jose Iglesias in line to be Red Sox’s future short stop.

December 3, 2009 Braves outright 1B Barbaro Cañizares to Gwinnett Braves (AAA).

November 30, 2009 1B Michel Abreu hit 2-run HR for the Lobos de Arecibo (PWL).  Veteran Cuban League Umpire Nelson Diaz is in the US.

November 29, 2009 David Segui is listed among Hall of Fame candidates.

November 23, 2009 Angels’ 1B Kendry Morales came in 5th in MVP competition. Reds’ RHP Bronson Arroyo enjoying off-season on his boat.

November 22, 2009 Angels’ 1B Kendry Morales is in MVP competition.

November 21, 2009 LHP Aroldis Chapman changes agent.

November 20, 2009 RHP Reidier Gonzalez was added to the Blue Jays 40-man roster.

November 18, 2009 OF Jon Jay was added to the Cardinals 40-man roster.

November 14, 2009 1B Juan Miranda went 4 for 4 with 2 RBIs and 2 runs scored for the Tigres del Licey (DWL).

November 13, 2009 LHP Aroldis Chapman ready to pitch in the majors.

November 12, 2009 1B Yonder Alonso went 2 for 4 with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored for the Peoria Saguaro (AFL).

November 10, 2009 Tampa Bay’s OF Fernando Perez has minor surgery.

November 9, 2009 RHP Jose Contreras files for free agency. 1B Yonder Alonso went 3 for 4 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored for the Peoria Saguaro (AFL).

November 7, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez has surgery to repair a sports hernia. In the Arizona League Rising Stars All-Star game: 1B Yonder Alonso (3 for 4 with 2 RBIs), SS Jose Iglesias, RHP Tommy Mendoza, and RHP Reidier Gonzalez.

November 6, 2009 OF Matt Dominguez went 2 for 3 with 4 RBIs and 2 runs scored for the Mesa Solar Sox (AFL).

November 5, 2009 RHP Livan Hernandez files for free agency.

November 4, 2009 C Jorge Posada went 0 for 3 for the Yankees in World Series victory. OF Raul Ibañez went 2 for 3 for the Phillies in World Series loss.

November 2, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with a HR and 2 RBIs for the Phillies in the World Series. C Jorge Posada went 1 for 3 with 1 run scored for the Yankees in the World Series.

November 1, 2009 C Jorge Posada went 1 for 3 with 3 RBIs for the Yankees in the World Series. OF Raul Ibañez went 0 for 4 for the Phillies in the World Series. The Cuban national series began play.

October 31, 2009 C Jorge Posada went 1 for 5 with 1 RBI for the Yankees in the World Series. OF Raul Ibañez went 0 for 4 for the Phillies in the World Series. LHP Aroldis Chapman talking with Orioles.

October 29, 2009 C Jorge Posada went 1 for 1 with 1 RBI for the Yankees in the World Series. OF Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with 1 run scored for the Phillies in the World Series. LHP Aroldis Chapman meets with Red Sox.

October 28, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez went 1 for 4 with 2 RBIs for the Phillies in the World Series. C Jorge Posada went 1 for 4 for the Yankees in the World Series.

October 27, 2009 Phillies’ OF Raul Ibañez ready for first World Series.

October 26, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez could DH in game 1 for the Phillies. Yankees C Jorge Posada celebrates victory after rough day at the plate. 3B Dayan Viciedo out for the rest of the 2009 Arizona Fall League season.

October 25, 2009 C Jorge Posada went 0 for 5 as the Yankees head to the World Series. 1B Kendry Morales went 0 for 4 for the Angels in the ALCS. Phillies’ OF Raul Ibañez has small muscle tear.

October 22, 2009 1B Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 with 2 RBIs for the Angels in the ALCS. C Jorge Posada went 0 for 2 with 1 run scored for the Yankees in the ALCS. LHP Aroldis Chapman arrives in US seeking a team.

October 21, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez went 1 for 4 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored as the Phillies head to the World Series.

October 20, 2009 C Jorge Posada went 1 for 3 with 1 run scored for the Yankees in the ALCS. 1B Kendry Morales went 1 for 3 with solo HR for the Angels in the ALCS.

October 19, 2009C Jorge Posada went 2 for 4 with solo HR for the Yankees in the ALCS. 1B Kendry Morales went 0 for 5 for the Angels in the ALCS. OF Raul Ibañez went 0 for 4 for the Phillies in the NLCS.

October 18, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez went 0 for 3 with 1 run scored for the Phillies in the NLCS.

October 17, 2009 1B Kendry Morales went 0 for 5 for the Angels in the ALCS.

October 16, 2009 1B Kendry Morales went 1 for 3 with a RBI for the Angels in the ALCS. C Jorge Posada went 0 for 3 with a BB for the Yankees in the ALCS. OF Raul Ibañez went 0 for 3 for the Phillies in the NLCS.

October 15, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with a 3-run HR and 2 runs scored for the Phillies in the NLCS.

October 14, 2009 Angels’ 1B Kendry Morales compared against Yankees first baseman.
 Yankees’ C Jorge Posada in catcher comparison. Phillies OF Raul Ibañez in Outfield comparison.

October 12, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez went 0 for 3 as the Phillies head to the NLCS. Braves send P Vladimir Nuñez to the Gwinnett Braves (AAA).

October 11, 2009 C Jorge Posada went 2 for 4 with a HR and 2 RBIs as the Yankees head to ALCS. OF Raul Ibañez went 0 for 2 with 1 RBI and 1 runs scored for the Phillies in the NLDS. 1B Kendry Morales hit solo HR as the Angels head to the ALCS. 3B Mike Lowell went 2 for 3 with 1 RBI and 1 run scored for the Red Sox in the ALDS. RHP Jose Contreras allowed 1 run in inning of relief for the Rockies in the NLDS.

October 9, 2009 C Jorge Posada went 1 for 3 for the Yankees in the ALDS. 3B Mike Lowell went 0 for 4 for the Red Sox in the ALDS.

October 8, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with 2 RBIs for the Phillies in the NLDS. 1B Kendry Morales went 1 for 4 for the Angels in the ALDS. 3B Mike Lowell went 0 for 3 for the Red Sox in the ALDS. RHP Jose Contreras allowed no runs in inning of relief for the Rockies in the NLDS. Yankees’ C Jorge Posada will not start in game 2.

October 7, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored for the Phillies in the NLDS. C Jorge Posada went 1 for 4 for the Yankees in the ALDS. Yankees reassign INF Juan Miranda to minor leagues.

October 6, 2009 Fredi Gonzalez to remain as manager of the Marlins.

October 5, 2009 Headed to the playoffs: 1B Kendry Morales, with the Angels, 3B Mike Lowell, with the Red Sox, OF Raul Ibañez, with the Phillies, C Jorge Posada, with the Yankees and RHP Jose Contreras, with the Rockies.

October 4, 2009 Boston’s 3B Mike Lowell sits out final game of season. Reds’ RHP Bronson Arroyo decides not to have surgery. Marlins Manager Fredi Gonzalez unsure of status.

October 2, 2009 RHP Livan Hernandez allows 3 runs in 6.1 innings in win for Nationals. Yankees’ INF Juan Miranda pinch hits 2-run HR.

October 1, 2009 1B Kendry Morales hits 2-run HR for the Angels. Boston’s 3B Mike Lowell returns to lineup. Reds’ RHP Bronson Arroyo accused of using pine tar. Phillies’ General Manager Ruben Amaro Jr. praised by predecessors.

September 30, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez hits 2-run HR, drives in 3 and scores 2 runs as the Phillies win NL East title. RHP Bronson Arroyo allowed 1 run on 4 hits in in 8.1 innings in win for the Reds. Boston’s 3B Mike Lowell set to return to lineup on Thursday.

September 29, 2009 Yankees’ INF Juan Miranda pinch hits walk-off single.

September 28, 2009 1B Kendry Morales hits 2-run HR, drives in 3 and scores 2 runs as the Angels clinch AL West title. Boston’s 3B Mike Lowell receives treatment on right hip.

September 27, 2009 1B Kendry Morales went 3 for 3 with a 2-run HR, 3 RBIs and 2 runs scored for the Angels. Yuniesky Betancourt went 3 for 3, with a 3-run HR and 2 runs scored, for the Royals. Team USA defeats Cuba 10 to 5 in the finals of the World Cup.

September 26, 2009 Yankees’ C Jorge Posada out of lineup.

September 25, 2009 LHP Gio Gonzalez allowed no runs on 4 hits in 6.1 innings in win for the A’s. LHP Aroldis Chapman declared a free agent. Cuba defeats Canada 5 to 1 in the semi finals of the World Cup.

September 24, 2009 RHP Bronson Arroyo allowed 1 run on 5 hits in in 7 innings in win for the Reds. Team USA defeats Cuba 5 to 3 in the semi finals of the World Cup.

September 23, 2009 Angels 1B Kendry Morales proving value down the stretch. Yankees’ C Jorge Posada foot x-rays are negative. Marlins Manager Fredi Gonzalez is ejected from game. Cuba defeats Taiwan 8 to 0 in the semi finals of the World Cup.

September 22, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez hit solo HR for the Phillies. Cuba defeats Australia 2 to 1 in the semi finals of the World Cup.

September 21, 2009 LHP Aroldis Chapman is closing in on free agency.

September 20, 2009 Yankees’ C Jorge Posada returns from suspension. Cuba defeats Holland 5 to 3 in the second round of the World Cup.

September 19, 2009 Rockies’ RHP Jose Contreras could return soon. Cuba defeats South Korea 5 to 1 in the second round of the World Cup.

September 18, 2009 Angels 1B Kendry Morales nurtured by the late Preston Gomez. Yankees recall INF Juan Miranda from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (AAA). Cuba lost to Puerto Rico 5 to 2 in the second round of the World Cup.

September 17, 2009 Cuba defeats Spain 10 to 0 in the second round of the World Cup.

September 16, 2009 RHP Livan Hernandez allows 2 runs in 7 innings in loss for Nationals. Yankees’ C Jorge Posada earns suspension after brawl. Cuba defeats Venezuela 10 to 0 in the second round of the World Cup.

September 15, 2009 Yankees’ C Jorge Posada ejected after brawl.

September 14, 2009 RHP Bronson Arroyo allowed 1 run on 6 hits in in 7 innings in win for the Reds. Cuba defeats Nicaragua 4 to 1 in the second round of the World Cup.

September 13, 2009 Rockies’ RHP Jose Contreras recovering well from leg injury. Cuba defeats Great Britain 6 to 0 in the second round of the World Cup.

September 12, 2009 1B Gaby Sanchez hits 2-run pinch-hit HR for the Marlins. Cuba defeats Spain 5 to 4 in the first round of the World Cup.

September 11, 2009 Cuba defeats South Africa 10 to 5 in the first round of the World Cup.

September 10, 2009 RHP Livan Hernandez allows 2 runs in 7.1 innings in win for Nationals. Rockies’ RHP Jose Contreras leaves game with leg injury. C Jorge Posada honors the 20 greatest Yankees catchers of all time at its eighth annual Heroes4Hope Gala in Manhattan. Cuba defeats Puerto Rico 10 to 0 in the first round of the World Cup.

September 9, 2009 C Jorge Posada hits game winning pinch-hit 3-run HR for the Yankees.

September 8, 2009 Red Sox sign SS Jose Iglesias to 4-year contract. OF Raul Ibañez went 3 for 4 with 2 HRs for the Phillies. Marlins recall 1B Gaby Sanchez from New Orleans Zephyrs (AAA).

September 7, 2009 1B Yonder Alonso named Southern League Offensive Player of the Week. P Gaby Hernandez named Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Week.

September 6, 2009 LHP Gio Gonzalez allowed 2 runs on 6 hits in 7 innings in win for the A’s. Cuba defeats Taiwan 4 to 0 at the Italian Baseball Week Tournament.

September 5, 2009 RHP Jose Contreras allowed 1 run in 6.2 innings win for the Rockies. The success of Kendry Morales no surprise to Branyan Peña. Braves recall P Vladimir Nuñez from Gwinnett Braves (AAA). Cuba ties Italy 1 to 1 at the Italian Baseball Week Tournament.

September 4, 2009 RHP Bronson Arroyo allowed 1 run on 6 hits in in 7 innings in win for the Reds. Boston’s 3B Mike Lowell went finding it hard not playing regularly. Cuba defeats Venezuela 6 to 3 at the Italian Baseball Week Tournament.

September 3, 2009 Angels 1B Kendry Morales named AL Player of the Month. C Jorge Posada went 4 for 5 with a 2-run HR and 4 RBIs for the Yankees. Tampa Bay’s OF Fernando Perez is feeling healthy again. Cuba defeats Taiwan 5 to 1 at the Italian Baseball Week Tournament.

September 2, 2009 SS Yunel Escobar went 2 for 4 with a HR, 2 RBIs, and 2 runs scored  for the Braves. Luis Gonzalez calls for release of steroids users list. Rays assign 2B Sean Rodriguez to the Durham Bulls (AAA). Cuba defeats Italy 8 to 3 at the Italian Baseball Week Tournament.

September 1, 2009 Angels’ 1B Kendry Morales named August Pepsi Clutch Performer of the Month nominee. C Jorge Posada went 2 for 4 with 2 HRs, 3 RBIs, and 3 runs scored  for the Yankees. Tampa Bay activated Fernando Perez from the 60 day DL. Angels trade 2B Sean Rodriguez to Tampa Bay.

August 31, 2009 RHP Jose Contreras traded to the Rockies. RHP Livan Hernandez allows 3 runs in 8 innings in loss for Nationals. 2B Adrian Cardenas named to Texas League Post-Season All-Star team.

August 30, 2009 1B Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 with a 3-run HR for the Angels. RHP Bronson Arroyo allowed 2 runs on 6 hits in in 7.1 innings in no-decision for the Reds.

August 29, 2009 Marlins optioned 1B Gaby Sanchez to New Orleans Zephyrs (AAA).

August 28, 2009 1B Kendry Morales went 5 for 5 with a HR, 6 RBIs and 2 runs scored for the Angels. Luis Gonzalez to join Arizona organization as special assistant to the team president. Texas signs Ryan Freel to a minor league contract.

August 27, 2009 SS Yuniesky Betancourt went 2 for 4 with a HR for the Royals. Cuba announces roster for World Cup: Catchers: Ariel Pestano, Eriel Sanchez and Yosvani Peraza Infielders: Ariel Borrero, Jose Dariel Abreu, Hector Olivera, Yulieski Gourriel, Michel Enríquez, Luis Miguel Navas and Yorbis Borroto Outfielders: Frederich Cepeda, Alfredo Despaigne, Yoennis Céspedes, Giorvis Duvergel and Leonys Martín Pitchers: Pedro Luis Lazo, Norge Luis Vera, Maikel Folch, Vladimir García, Freddy Asiel Alvarez, Yadier Pedroso, Yulieski Gonzalez, Jonder Martínez and Miguel Alfredo González.

August 26, 2009 RHP Livan Hernandez allows 2 runs in 6 innings in no decision for Nationals. Yankees C Jorge Posada left game with finger injury.

August 25, 2009 RHP Livan Hernandez signs with the Nationals. 3B Dayan Viciedo named to the Peoria Javelinas roster for the 2009 Arizona Fall League season.

August 24, 2009 3B Mike Lowell hits 3-run HR for the Red Sox. Yankees C Jorge Posada working with pitcher to resolve disagreements. 1B Christopher Marrero named Southern League Offensive Player of the Week.

August 23, 2009 Team USA defeated Cuba 7-6 to win gold in the 2009 IBAF AA U16 World Youth Championship.

August 21, 2009 LHP Gio Gonzalez allowed 3 runs on 4 hits in 5.2 innings in loss for the A’s. C Branyan Peña pinch hit solo HR for the Royals.

August 20, 2009 Angels 1B Kendry Morales having great season. Phillies OF Raul Ibañez working on timing. Mets release RHP Livan Hernandez. Royals coach Eddie Rodriguez is named manager of Team USA for the World cup.

August 19, 2009 RHP Jose Contreras allowed 1 runs on 3 hits in 7 inning win for the White Sox. RHP Bronson Arroyo allows 1 run in 8 innings in loss for the Reds.

August 18, 2009  Marlins recall 1B Gaby Sanchez from New Orleans Zephyrs (AAA).

August 17, 2009 2B Sean Rodriguez, Pacific Coast League, and C Tony Sanchez, South Atlantic League, named Offensive Player of the Week. Mets RHP Livan Hernandez continues to struggle.

August 15, 2009 White Sox SS Alexie Ramirez continues to hit well.

August 14, 2009 SS Alexie Ramirez went 2 for 5 with game winning HR and 2 runs scored for the White Sox.

August 13, 2009 Reds RHP Bronson Arroyo talks about supplement use. Braves SS Yunel Escobar and bench coach Chino Cadahia are moved by Luis Tiant Cuba documentary.

August 12, 2009 3B Mike Lowell went 3 for 4 with a HR, 2 RBIs and 2 runs scored for the Red Sox. Mets RHP Livan Hernandez could lose spot in rotation. 2B Sean Rodriguez went 4 for 4 with 2 HRs, 7 RBIs, and 3 runs scored for the Salt Lake (AAA).

August 11, 2009 3B Mike Lowell went 2 for 3 with 2 HRs, 3 RBIs and 3 runs scored for the Red Sox. SS Alexie Ramirez hits game winning 3-run HR for the White Sox. Rays send C Michel Hernandez to Durham Bulls (AAA).

August 10, 2009 LHP Gio Gonzalez allowed no runs in 6 innings in win for the A’s. 1B Kendry Morales went 3 for 4 with 2 HRs, 3 RBIs and 2 runs scored for the Angels. Reds RHP Bronson Arroyo clears waivers.

August 9, 2009 SS Alexie Ramirez went 3 for 4 with a HR and 2 RBIs for the White Sox.

August 8, 2009 Rays designate C Michel Hernandez for assignment.

August 7, 2009 C Alex Avila went 2 for 4, with a 2-run HR and 4 RBIs, for the Tigers. 1B Johan Limonta went 5 for 5 with 3 RBIs and 3 runs scored for the West Tenn Diamond Jaxx (AA).

August 6, 2009 Tigers C Alex Avila went 2 for 4 with 1 RBI and 1 runs scored in MLB debut. Tigers C Alex Avila will see plenty of action. Yankees C Jorge Posada plays tribute to Thurman Munson.

August 5, 2009 White sox RHP Jose Contreras in need of better control. Tigers call up C Alex Avila from the Erie SeaWolves (AA). Royals designate Ryan Freel for assignment. Angels option 2B Sean Rodriguez to Salt Lake (AAA). Report: P Yadel Marti, P Juan Yasser and OF Yasser Gomez have been declared free agents by MLB.

August 4, 2009 LHP Gio Gonzalez allowed no runs on 3 hits in 6.2 innings in win for the A’s. White Sox SS Alexie Ramirez remains out.

August 3, 2009 Angels 1B Kendry Morales named AL Player of the week. Braves SS Yunel Escobar interviewed.

August 2, 2009 1B Kendry Morales went 3 for 5 with 2 3-run HRs for the Angels.

August 1, 2009 Braves optioned 1B Barbaro Cañizares to Gwinnett Braves (AAA). Marlins optioned 1B Gaby Sanchez to New Orleans Zephyrs (AAA).

July 31, 2009 Reds RHP Bronson Arroyo talks openly about performance-enhancing drugs. Angels recall SS Sean Rodriguez from Salt Lake Bees (AAA). Braves recall 1B Barbaro Cañizares from Gwinnett Braves (AAA).

July 30, 2009 White Sox SS Alexie Ramirez sprains ankle. Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell will not be an everyday player for the remainder of this season. Marlins 1B Gaby Sanchez awaits first start. White Sox SS Alexie Ramirez not going on DL.

July 29, 2009 3B Mike Lowell went 2 for 3 with a 3-run HR and 5 RBIs for the Red Sox. White Sox RHP Jose Contreras hoping to end road trip on a high note. Braves SS Yunel Escobar likes playing in Miami.

July 27, 2009 1B Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 with 2 HRs for the Angels. Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell sits out game.

July 26, 2009 RHP Livan Hernandez allows 3 runs in 7 innings in win for Mets.

July 25, 2009 LHP Gio Gonzalez allowed 1 run on 2 hits in 6.2 innings in win for the A’s.

July 23, 2009 SS Yunel Escobar hits solo HR for the Braves.

July 22, 2009 SS Yunel Escobar hits 3-run HR for the Braves.

July 21, 2009 Braves SS Yunel Escobar fights with language barrier in dealing with media. Marlins recall 1B Gaby Sanchez from New Orleans Zephyrs (AAA).

July 20, 2009 Braves SS Yunel Escobar named NL Player of the week. OF Raul Ibañez hits 3-run HR for the Phillies. RHP Livan Hernandez allows 2 runs on 5 hits in 7 innings in win for Mets. 1B Christopher Marrero named Carolina League Offensive Player of the Week.

July 19, 2009 SS Yunel Escobar went 3 for 4 with a HR and 4 RBIs for the Braves.

July 18, 2009 1B Kendry Morales went 2 for 3 with a HR for the Angels.

July 17, 2009 RHP Bronson Arroyo allows no runs on 6 hits in in 7 innings in win for the Reds. Phillies OF Raul Ibañez now an All-Star. Red Sox activate 3B Mike Lowell from DL. Royals activate SS Yuniesky Betancourt from DL. Texas Rangers release RHP Orlando “El Duque” Hernandez from his minor league contract.

July 16, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with 2 HRs and 3 RBIs for the Phillies. Buffalo Bison (AAA) release 1B Michel Abreu. Harrisburg Senators (AA) release C Javi Herrera.

July 15, 2009 Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell closer to return. Phillies OF Raul Ibañez to be featured in This Week in Baseball. 1B Barbaro Cañizares went 1 for 4 for the International League All-Star team in the Triple-A All-Star game. C Alex Avila went 1 for 3 for the South All-Stars, while OF Eddy Martinez-Esteve went 0 for 1 with 1 run scored and RHP Dan Otero allowed no runs in 1 inning for the North All-Stars in the Eastern League All-Star game.

July 14, 2009 Phillies OF Raul Ibañez went 0 for 2 for the NL All-Stars in the MLB All-Star game.

July 13, 2009 LHP Aroldis Chapman hires Athletes Premier International to represent him. 3B Ricardo Sosa went 1 for 3 and RHP Eduardo Morlan allowed 3 runs for the South All-Stars in the Southern League All-Star game.

July 12, 2009 3B Dayan Viciedo went 1 for 2 with 1 RBI and 1B Barbaro Cañizares went 1 for 2 with 1 RBI for the World Team in the Futures All-Star Game. 3B Ricardo Sosa wins Southern League All-Star game HR Derby. Cuba defeats Netherlands 9 to 3 to win the World Port Tournament.

July 11, 2009 Cuba loses to Japan 2 to 1 at the World Port Tournament.

July 10, 2009 Mariners trade SS Yuniesky Betancourt to the Royals. Phillies activate OF Raul Ibañez from DL. RHP Bronson Arroyo allows no runs on 4 hits in complete game victory for the Reds. Yankees C Jorge Posada makes glove less putout. Cuba defeats Netherlands 8 to 2 at the World Port Tournament.

July 9, 2009 Braves SS Yunel Escobar leaves gain with back strain. Cuba tied Taiwan 1 to 1, in game 1, and defeats Taiwan 5 to 4, in game 2, at the World Port Tournament.

July 8, 2009 RHP Jose Contreras allowed 1 run and recorded 9 K's in 6.1 innings in win for the White Sox. Phillies OF Raul Ibañez should return this weekend. Cuba defeats Japan 10 to 0 at the World Port Tournament.

July 7, 2009 Cubs activate 3B Ryan Freel.

July 6, 2009 Cubs trade 3B Ryan Freel to the Royals. Phillies OF Raul Ibañez begins rehab. C Daniel Rams named Appalachian League Offensive Player of the Week.

July 5, 2009 Phillies OF Raul Ibañez named to NL ALL-Star starting outfield. LHP Gio Gonzalez allowed 2 runs in 6 innings in win for the A’s. Cuba defeats Netherlands 10 to 6 at the World Port Tournament.

July 4, 2009 Yankees C Jorge Posada went 2 for 6 with a HR and winning hit in return to lineup. Angels option 2B Sean Rodriguez to Salt Lake (AAA). Rudy Garbalosa, of NCAA Division II national champion Lynn (Fla.), received the South Region ABCA/Rawlings coach of the year honor. Cuba defeats Taiwan 9 to 1 at the World Port Tournament.

July 3, 2009 Rafael Palmeiro is inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame. Yankees C Jorge Posada rests sore thumb. Phillies OF Raul Ibañez is feeling better. Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell looking forward to second half. Cuba defeats Japan 8 to 0 at the World Port Tournament.

July 2, 2009 Phillies OF Raul Ibañez is not ready to return. Reports: LHP Aroldis Chapman defects in Holland. Cuba defeats Netherlands 1 to 0 at the World Port Tournament.

July 1, 2009 RHP Jose Contreras allowed 2 runs on 5 hits in 8 inning win for the White Sox. Braves SS Yunel Escobar out of lineup. 1B Barbaro Cañizares is selected to the International League All-Star team. 2B Adrian Cardenas went 0 for 2 for the South All-Stars in the Texas League all-star game. C Alex Avila, South Division, and RHP Dan Otero and RHP Reidier Gonzalez, North Division, are selected to the Eastern League all-star teams.

June 30, 2009 Red Sox place 3B Mike Lowell on 15-day DL. 3B Ricardo Sosa and RHP Eduardo Morlan are selected to the Southern League South Division All-Star team.

June 29, 2009 1B Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 with a HR and 2 RBIs for the Angels. White Sox SS Alexie Ramirez hit in the head by pitch. Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell receives shot for hip problems. Phillies OF Raul Ibañez to be reevaluated.

June 28, 2009 Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell could go on DL. RHP Livan Hernandez allowed 3 runs on 3 hits in seven innings in loss for the Mets.

June 27, 2009 Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell to receive shot for hip problems.

June 26, 2009 RHP Orlando “El Duque” Hernandez impressive in second relief outing for the Oklahoma City RedHawks (AAA). Braves SS Yunel Escobar sits out game.

June 25, 2009 Mariners place SS Yuniesky Betancourt on the 15-day DL. Cubs activate 3B Ryan Freel from 15-day DL. 3B Dayan Viciedo and 1B Barbaro Cañizares are selected for the World Team in the Futures All-Star Game.

June 24, 2009 RHP Orlando “El Duque” Hernandez debuts with the Oklahoma City RedHawks (AAA). Mariners SS Yuniesky Betancourt likely to go on DL. White Sox SS Alexie Ramirez showing more patience at the plate. Eduardo Perez helps out Cardinals with player suggestion. Oakland recalled LHP Gio Gonzalez from the Sacramento River Cats (AAA).

June 23, 2009 Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell returns to lineup. Phillies OF Raul Ibañez feeling better. RHP Livan Hernandez allowed 2 earned runs in 7 innings in loss for the Mets.

June 22, 2009 Braves SS Yunel Escobar is day to day with hip flexor. C Tony Sanchez makes pro debut with the State College Spikes of the New York-Penn League (A).

June 21, 2009 Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell gets a couple of days off.

June 20, 2009 Orlando “El Duque” Hernandez throws batting practice with the Oklahoma City RedHawks (AAA). 3B Matt Dominguez went 0 for 2 for the South All-Stars in the Florida State League All-Star game.

June 19, 2009 RHP Bronson Arroyo allows 2 runs on 2 hits in 6.2 innings in win for the Reds. RHP Jose Contreras allowed 3 runs in 6 innings in loss for the White Sox. Reds prospect Yonder Alonso breaks hand. Tony Perez takes part in panel discussing civil rights.

June 18, 2009 Phillies OF Raul Ibañez placed on 15-day DL.

June 16, 2009 Braves optioned 1B Barbaro Cañizares to Gwinnett Braves (AAA). 2B Adrian Cardenas, South Division, and RHP Tommy Mendoza, North Division, are selected to the Texas League all-star teams.

June 15, 2009 RHP Jose Contreras named American League Player of the Week. Phillies OF Raul Ibañez gets needed day off. Cubs assign Ryan Freel to Iowa Cubs (AAA).

June 13, 2009 RHP Jose Contreras allowed no runs on 2 hits in 8 inning win for the White Sox. Angels recall SS Sean Rodriguez from Salt Lake Bees (AAA).

June 12, 2009 LHP Noel Arguellez and SS Jose Iglesias have been declared free agents by MLB.

June 11, 2009 1B Barbaro Cañizares makes MLB debut with the Braves. OF Raul Ibañez hits game winning 3-run homer in 10th inning for the Phillies. Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez signs Minor League deal with the Rangers.

June 10, 2009 OF Raul Ibanez to fight PED accusers. Mariners SS Yuniesky Betancourt returns to lineup.

June 9, 2009 In the Major League Baseball's First-Year Player Draft C Tony Sanchez was drafted in Round #1 (4) by the Pirates, 3B Chris Dominguez was drafted in Round #3 (86) by the Giants, LHP Nick Hernandez was drafted in Round #12 (377) by the Phillies and SS Deven Marrero was drafted in Round #17 (509) y the Reds.

June 8, 2009 RHP Jose Contreras allowed no runs on 1 hit in 8 innings in win for the White Sox. LHP Gio Gonzalez allowed no runs on 1 hit in 6 innings in no decision for the Sacramento River Cats (AAA).

June 7, 2009 OF Christian Marrero is selected to the Carolina League All-Star team.

June 6, 2009 OF Felix Perez suspended for one year.

June 5, 2009 Orioles call up Alberto Castillo. La Habana wins Cuban league finals.

June 2, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez went 3 for 5 with 2 HRs, 5 RBIs, and 3 runs scored for the Phillies. Royals prospect 1B Eric Hosmer answers questions from fans.

June 1, 2009 3B Donell Linares named Carolina League Offensive Player of the Week.

May 31, 2009 Royals recall C Branyan Peña from Omaha Royals (AAA).

May 29, 2009 SS Yunel Escobar went 2 for 5 with a 3-run HR for the Braves. INF Alexei Ramirez went 3 for 6 with 2 RBIs and 1 run scored for the White Sox. Yankees C Jorge Posada returns to lineup. Cuban league finals begin: La Habana vs. Villa Clara.

May 28, 2009 Cubs place 3B Ryan Freel on 15-day DL.

May 27, 2009 RHP Bronson Arroyo allows 1 run on 5 hits in complete game win for the Reds. Yankees C Jorge Posada could return Friday from DL.

May 26, 2009 RHP Livan Hernandez allows 1 run in complete game win for the Mets.

May 25, 2009 Tampa Bay transferred Fernando Perez to the 60 day DL.

May 24, 2009 3B Mike Lowell went 3 for 5 with a 3-run HR and 2 runs scored for the Red Sox.

May 23, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez hit MLB leading 17th HR of the season for the Phillies. INF Alexei Ramirez hit 2-run HR for the White Sox. RHP Henry Owens is assigned to the Jupiter Hammerheads (A-Adv).

May 22, 2009 RHP Bronson Arroyo allows 1 run on 5 hits in 8 innings in win for the Reds. OF Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with a HR for the Phillies.

May 20, 2009 SS Yunel Escobar went 2 for 4 with a 3-run HR for the Braves. OF Raul Ibañez hits solo HR for the Phillies. 3B Mike Lowell went 2 for 4 with a HR for the Red Sox.

May 18, 2009 1B Kendry Morales went 3 for 5 with 2 HRs, 3 RBIs, and 3 runs scored for the Angels. Phillies OF Raul Ibañez named the national League Player of the Week.

May 17, 2009 Cuban league semi-finals begin: Pinar del Rio vs. Habana and Villa Clara vs. Ciego de Avila.

May 16, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez went 3 for 4 with 2 HRs, 4 RBIs, and 3 runs scored for the Phillies. SS Yuniesky Betancourt hits 2-run HR for the Mariners.

May 13, 2009 Mariners bench SS Yuniesky Betancourt. DH Barbaro Cañizarez went 3 for 4 with a 2-Run HR and 6 RBIs for the Gwinnett Braves (AAA).

May 12, 2009 SS Yunel Escobar went 2 for 5 with 2 runs scored for the Braves.

May 11, 2009 White Sox option RHP Jose Contreras to the Charlotte Knights (AAA). Rene Gayo running Pittsburgh’s baseball academy in the Dominican Republic.

May 10, 2009 White Sox RHP Jose Contreras could be sent to the minors.

May 9, 2009 SS Yunel Escobar hits 2-Run HR for the Braves. OF Raul Ibañez hits solo HR for the Phillies. White Sox RHP Jose Contreras could loss roster spot.

May 8, 2009 INF Ryan Freel traded to the Chicago Cubs.

May 7, 2009 Indians designated RHP Vinnie Chulk for assignment.

May 6, 2009 Royals outright C Branyan Peña to Omaha Royals (AAA). Cuban league playoffs begin: Pinar del Rio vs. Sancti Spiritus,  Habana vs. Isla de la Juventud, Santiago de Cuba vs. Villa Clara and Ciego de Avila vs. Holguin.

May 5, 2009 Yankees place C Jorge Posada on 15-day DL.

May 4, 2009 Yankees C Jorge Posada scheduled for MRI. A’s option LHP Gio Gonzalez to Sacramento River Cats (AAA).

May 2, 2009 Jose Canseco in mixed martial arts fight. A’s recall LHP Gio Gonzalez from Sacramento River Cats (AAA).

May 1, 2009 C Jorge Posada went 2 for 4 with 2-run HR, 4 RBIs, and 2 runs scored for the Yankees. RHP Bronson Arroyo to allows no runs on 4 hits in 8 innings in win for the Reds. Orioles assign INF Ryan Freel to Bowie Baysox (AA) for rehab.

April 29, 2009 1B Kendry Morales went 2 for 4 with a HR and two RBIs for the Angels.

April 28, 2009 SS Yuniesky Betancourt went 4 for 5 with a 3-Run HR and 5 RBI’s for the Mariners. INF Ryan Freel hoping to see more action with the Orioles. Yankees C Jorge Posada misses 2 games with hamstring injury.

April 27, 2009 Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell named the American League Player of the Week. OF Raul Ibañez went 3 for 5 with Grand Slam HR and 2 runs scored for the Phillies. Orioles assign INF Ryan Freel to Delmarva Shorebirds (A) for rehab.

April 25, 2009 INF Alexei Ramirez went 2 for 4 with a Grand Slam HR and 5 RBI’s for the White Sox. SS Yunel Escobar went 3 for 4 with a 2-Run HR, 4 RBI’s, and 3 runs scored for the Braves. 3B Mike Lowell went 2 for 5 with a 3-Run HR and 6 RBI’s for the Red Sox.

April 24, 2009 Royals designate C Branyan Peña for assignment.

April 22, 2009 3B Mike Lowell went 3 for 4 with a 2-Run HR and 3 RBI’s for the Red Sox.

April 21, 2009 Orioles INF Ryan Freel placed on 15 day DL.

April 20, 2009 Orioles INF Ryan Freel leaves game after getting hit in the head by throw. 3B Ricardo Sosa selected Southern League Player of the Week (April 13-19).

April 19, 2009 OF Raul Ibañez went 2 for 4 with walk off 2-run HR for the Phillies. Braves rest SS Yunel Escobar. White Sox INF Alexei Ramirez gets day off. Reply upholds HR by Yankees C Jorge Posada.

April 16, 2009 SS Yunel Escobar leaves game with abdominal strain.

April 14, 2009 RHP Bronson Arroyo to allows 1 run in 6.1 innings in win for the Reds.

April 13, 2009 C Michel Hernandez recalled by Rays.

April 12, 2009 C Branyan Peña drives in winning run for the Royals.

April 11, 2009 RHP Livan Hernandez allows 2 runs in 6.2 innings in win for the Mets. RHP Vinnie Chulk recalled by indians.

April 9, 2009 Orioles RHP Danys Baez pitches two perfect innings in return from surgery.

April 8, 2009 OF Luis Gonzalez to retire as a Diamondback.

April 7, 2009 1B Kendry Morales ready to star for the Angels. White Sox RHP Jose Contreras to start on Friday.

April 6, 2009 Reds RHP Bronson Arroyo to start on Thursday.

April 5, 2009 Rays place OF Fernando Perez on 15-day DL and send C Michel Hernandez to Minor League camp.

April 4, 2009 RHP Jose Contreras allowed 1 hit in 4 innings in win for the White Sox. Angels option 2B Sean Rodriguez to Salt Lake (AAA). A’s optioned LHP Gio Gonzalez to Sacramento River Cats (AAA).

April 2, 2009 White sox 3B Dayan Viciedo adjusting well to minors.

April 1, 2009  Cuban pitching prospect Juan Yasser Serrano now in the United States. Baltimore acquire INF Roberto Andino from the Marlins. Indians send RHP Vinnie Chulk to Minor League camp.

March 31, 2009 Reds RHP Bronson Arroyo dealing with carpal tunnel syndrome. Marlins 1B Gaby Sanchez optioned to New Orleans (AAA).

March 30, 2009 White Sox RHP Jose Contreras feeling good after outing.

March 28, 2009 1B Kendry Morales went 4 for 4 with a HR, 3 RBIs and 2 runs scored for the Angels.

March 27, 2009 White Sox RHP Jose Contreras enters key week. Reds 1B Yonder Alonso happy with what he learned in camp. Marlins send RHP Henry Owens to Minor League camp.

March 25, 2009 Rafael Palmeiro is to be inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame. Cuba stays number 1 on the IBAF World Baseball rankings.

March 24, 2009 Cuba outfielders Frederich Cepeda and Yoennis Cespedes named to the World Baseball Classic All-Tournament Team.

March 22, 2009 3B Mike Lowell hits 2-run HR for Boston. Rays OF Fernando Perez to miss at least four months with dislocated wrist. Yankees C Jorge Posada shoulder is good.

March 20, 2009 Mariners send RHP Gaby Hernandez to Tacoma (AA).

March 19, 2009 RHP Brewers return Eduardo Morlan to Tampa Bay.

March 18, 2009 Cuba lost to Japan 5 to 0 and is eliminated from the World Baseball Classic. White sox designate 3B Dayan Viciedo to Charlotte (AAA).

March 17, 2009 Cuba will face Japan in the World Baseball Classic second round elimination game. RHP Eduardo Morlan is designated for assignment by the Brewers. White sox 3B Dayan Viciedo adjusting to new life.

March 16, 2009 Cuba defeats Mexico 7 to 4 in the second round of the World Baseball Classic. Braves send LHP Francisley Bueno to Minor League camp. Tigers send C Alex Avila to Minor League camp.

March 15, 2009 Cuba lost to Japan 6 to 0 in the second round of the World Baseball Classic. Yankees Jorge Posada catches for first time this year.

March 14, 2009 Cuba will face Japan in the World Baseball Classic second round. Reds RHP Bronson Arroyo ready for strong start.

March 13, 2009 3B Mike Lowell hits HR and plays strong defense in return to 3rd. Marlins send 3B Matt Dominguez to Minor League camp.

March 12, 2009 Cuba defeats Mexico 16 to 4 and will face Japan in the World Baseball Classic second round. Rays OF Fernando Perez has dislocated wrist. White Sox RHP Jose Contreras to take mound on Sunday.

March 10, 2009 Cuba defeats Australia 5 to 4 to move on to the second round in the World Baseball Classic. Rays OF Fernando Perez leaves game with arm injury. Reds send Yonder Alonso to Carolina (AA). Nationals send C Javi Herrera to Minor League camp.

March 9, 2009 White Sox RHP Jose Contreras well on his way back. Cuba to face Australia in the World Baseball Classic.

March 8, 2009 Cuba defeats South Africa 8 to 1 in the first round in the World Baseball Classic. RHP Livan Hernandez is lead candidate for 5th starting spot with Mets.

March 7, 2009 White Sox RHP Jose Contreras continues to improve. Red Sox 3B Mike Lowell to see first action on Tuesday. SS Robert Andino hits walk-off HR for the Marlins.

March 6, 2009 Angels 1B Kendry Morales is ready to emerge. Orioles INF Ryan Freel getting comfortable at playing short stop.

March 5, 2009 3B Mike Lowell recovering well but will miss classic. Rays OF Fernando Perez on the verge of becoming a star.

March 4, 2009 3B Dayan Viciedo hits two run HR.

March 3, 2009 3B Dayan Viciedo gets help assimilating from Jose Contreras and Alexei Ramirez.

March 2, 2009 White Sox RHP Jose Contreras is impressive in bid to return from injury.

February 27, 2009 Juan Carlos Muniz signs with the Chiba Lotte Mariners of the Japanese Pacific League.

February 26, 2009 3B Dayan Viciedo impresses White Sox in Spring debut. White Sox RHP Jose Contreras is progressing well. C Joel Galaraga in A’s Spring training camp.

February 24, 2009 Cuba favorite to come out on top of Group B in the World Baseball Classic.

February 19, 2009 Cuban roster for the the World Baseball Classic: Catchers: Ariel Pestano, Yosvany Peraza and Rolando Meriño. Infielders: Alexander Mayeta, Joan Carlos Pedroso, Héctor Olivera, Michel Enríquez, Yulieski Gourriel, Eduardo Paret and Luis Miguel Nava. Outfielders: Frederich Cepeda, Alfredo Despaigne, Yohenis Céspedes, Leonys Martín and Leslie Anderson. Pitchers: Pedro Luis Lazo, Norge Luis Vera, Aroldis Chapman, Yunieski Maya, Norberto González, Luis Miguel Rodríguez, Yulieski González, Ciro Silvino Licea, Danny Betancourt, Miguel Lahera, Vladimir García, Yolexis Ulacia and Ismel Jiménez.

February 18, 2009 3B Dayan Viciedo joins White Sox for workouts. 1B Kendry Morales is ready to be Angels regular first baseman.

February 17, 2009 Marlins Manager Fredi Gonzalez signs through 2011.

February 17, 2009 Angels will honor the passing of Preston Gomez with uniform patch.

February 15, 2009 Dayan Viciedo to join White Sox for workouts starting on February 19. RHP Livan Hernandez signs minor league contract deal with Mets.

February 14, 2009 RHP Livan Hernandez close to minor league contract deal with Mets. LHP Gio Gonzalez working to strengthen his mental game.

February 13, 2009 C Jorge Posada supports Alex Rodriguez.

February 10, 2009 Jose Canseco wants to speak to MLB about steroids.

February 6, 2009 C J.P. Arencibia trying to make team in Spring Training.

February 3, 2009 RHP Vinnie Chulk signs minor league contract with the Indians and gets invitation to Spring Training. Eduardo Perez wants stars to participate in the Caribbean Series.

February 1, 2009 Eduardo Perez leads Ponce to the Caribbean Series.

January 28, 2009 1B Yonder Alonso is ready for Spring Training. 3B Mike Lowell will not play in World Baseball Classic.

January 27, 2009 C Jorge Posada will be ready for opener. The Boston Red Sox hire Alex Ochoa as Major League Coaching Staff Assistant.

January 25, 2009 The Tigers de Licey (with Amaury Cazaña and Juan Miranda) defeat the Gigantes del Cibao (with Kendry Morales, Branyan Peña and Francisley Bueno) to win the Dominican league championship.

January 19, 2009 Provisional rosters for the World Baseball Classic are announced.

January 16, 2009 White Sox RHP Jose Contreras is ahead of rehab schedule.

January 15, 2009 Kendry Morales to get a chance at first base for the Angels. Orioles invite LHP Alberto Castillo to Spring Training. C Jorge Posada to play for Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic.

January 13, 2009 Cuban Baseball legend Preston Gomez dies.