The Baseball Committee of the Dominican Federation (Fedom) has confirmed the participation of Milwaukee prospects Ricki Moneys and Leanders Matos, along with outfielder Argeni Fernández, in the U‑18 Pre‑World Cup taking place in the municipality of Guerra, in Dominican territory. The competition, organized by the Federation, will be held from October 22 to 29 and is the youths’ opportunity to earn qualification for the U‑18 World Cup 2027, which will be held in China.
\n
Dominican protagonists from the Milwaukee organization
\n
Outfielder Argeni Fernández, who has already shown his talent in the Dominican Summer League (DSL), leads Fedom’s prospect list. Moneys, born in San Pedro de Macorís, recently signed a US$1.15 million bonus during the international signing period and rose on the rankings thanks to his performance in the DSL. In 53 games, he recorded 21 extra-base hits, 5 home runs and 5 triples, with a batting average of .289 and 28 stolen bases.
\n
Leanders Matos, native of San Cristóbal, has also stood out. With a US$300,000 bonus, he finished the season with an OPS of 1.045, the eleventh best in the DSL. His average was .346, with 10 home runs, 11 doubles and 52 RBIs in 53 games. Matos showed plate discipline, with 37 walks and 32 strikeouts, reflecting his ability to select pitches and wait for favorable opportunities.
\n
Talent concentration and motivation
\n
“A first season that gave us many lessons and growth in maturity and focus,” Moneys said referring to his season in the DSL. “It’s the first time the three of us are here and we will represent the Dominican Republic,” he added proudly.
\n
The Dominican squad is preparing to compete in Group A, alongside United States, Brazil and Curaçao. Group B includes Venezuela, Mexico, Cuba and Puerto Rico, while Group C will feature Colombia, Panama, Canada and Nicaragua. The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super Round, where the four best will qualify for the 2027 World Cup.
\n
Coverage and logistics
\n
All games will be broadcast via the Panorama Media Group network, with coverage on VTV Canal 32, Panorama FM 96.9, Expreso 89.1 FM for the Cibao, Baní FM 97.5, Luna TV, Canal 25 and Canal América 1014 of Optimum Cable in the tri-state area of the United States.
\n
Source credits: deultimominuto.com
Note generated automatically from the sources cited in the text. Found an error? Email us at [email protected] and we'll fix it.
