![]() ![]() Unsurprisingly, the Liga de Béisbol Profesional de la República Dominicana is traditionally the strongest of the Caribbean leagues (though that depends on what you make of Cuba, which we’ll get to soon). LIDOM, Dominican Republic New York Times What’s This League’s Deal? So if you’re interested in catching some baseball this winter but don’t know where to start, read on. That’s a real shame because, not only is the play on the field often outstanding, but the culture of these leagues is significantly looser and more fun than baseball is allowed to be in the states (Brian McCann, you are not welcome here). Most US baseball fans know almost nothing about these leagues. At that point, almost nothing will make you feel better than firing up some joyous, steamy, high-quality winter league baseball. It’ll be cold outside it’ll be dark all your shoes will be covered in salt stains and walking down the street to get a sandwich will make you feel like Ernest Goddamn Shackleton. You may not miss it yet (there were 2,430 regular season Major League games this year, plus the postseason, the minors, and college baseball - it’s okay if you need a little break), but there will be a point in the coming months when you really, really do. Professional baseball in North America is over for the time being. ![]()
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