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US Strikes Halt Venezuela's Baseball League Playoffs
5 Jan
Summary
- US military strikes in Caracas suspended Venezuelan baseball playoffs.
- Air travel ban impacts players' return for MLB Spring Training.
- The 2026 Caribbean Series was relocated from Caracas to Mexico.
US military strikes conducted on January 3, 2026, in Caracas have thrown Venezuela's professional baseball league into chaos. The Liga Venezolana de Béisbol Profesional (LBVP) was forced to suspend its playoffs, with no immediate timeline for resumption or updates on player participation. Several MLB clubs, including the Milwaukee Brewers, are struggling to get information about their players.
The Federal Aviation Administration's ban on American aircraft entering Venezuelan airspace has created significant concern. This restriction not only impacts the LBVP playoffs but also raises questions about players returning to their MLB teams for Spring Training. Outfielder Jackson Chourio, who was preparing for the World Baseball Classic, is among those affected by the travel disruptions.
The unrest has also led to the relocation of the 2026 Caribbean Series, originally scheduled to begin on February 1st in Caracas. The tournament has been moved to Guadalajara, Mexico, highlighting the broader impact of the geopolitical situation on international sports events in the region.
