MLB proposal would allow Cuban players to sign with teams without defecting

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Because of the U.S. embargo, Cuban players have had to defect and establish residency in another country before being allowed to sign with the MLB. The requirement often forces players to use human traffickers and face dangerous circumstances.

 

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How is it possible that Press does not Knowles that Régime does not allow players to be hired independently does not have any Relation Embargo it is Fakenews

Nope really isn’t because of the 🇺🇸 EMBARGO IS BECAUSE OF THE CUBA REGIME THAT WANTS TO RENT THEM LIKE THINGS AND STEALS MORE THAN 75% Of their salaries it happens over and over so good for them if they can get the job and keep their money

mmmm nope, they were slaves in Cuba playing at the magnus circus for the castros tyranny. they werent alowed to play outside the island now are free and can give the best for the game. dont more whitening on the regime. YasielPuig mlbcuba

As a baseball fan I’m probably hypocritical but I say just let them come here directly. It’s a financial benefit to bring over high-priced athletes who pay lots of taxes.

Yes they should.

They shouldn't be allowed to join at all.

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