Cubans dominate the MLB: Yordan Álvarez and Andy Pages shine as Players of the Week

Cuban talent took over the MLB with an outstanding performance. Yordan Alvarez and Andy Pages were named Players of the Weeksigning an authentic Cuban sweep.

Yordan Álvarez sweeps the American League

The slugger of the Houston Astros, Yordan Alvarezhad an explosive week at bat, confirming his return to the highest level after a 2025 marked by injuries.

The Cuban recorded an impressive .471 averagewith three home runs, two doubles and eight RBIsin addition to seven walks and only three strikeouts.

With these numbers, Alvarez leads the Major Leagues in on-base percentage (.578) and slugging (.900)in addition to being among the best in home runs and walks.

Andy Pages establishes himself as a rising star

For his part, the gardener of Los Angeles Dodgers, Andy Pageshad a spectacular week that placed him as one of the most prominent names in the National League.

The 23-year-old hit .583/.615/.917with two home runs, two doubles and seven RBIs, consolidating his growth after a solid 2025 season.

At the moment, Pages shares the batting lead of the MLB with Xavier Edwardswith an average of .471 and 16 hitsconfirming its immediate impact on the campaign.

Cuban sweep in MLB 2026

The simultaneous recognition of Yordan Alvarez and Andy Pages marks a historic moment for Cuban baseball, highlighting its influence on the start of the season.

Both players are positioned as figures in their respective leagues and as figures to follow in the MLB 2026.

The season is just beginning, but these performances are already shaping several protagonists towards a campaign full of emotions.

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