Albert Pujols, Dominican Republic and World Baseball Classic

Albert Pujols appointed manager of Dominican team for 2026 World Baseball Classic
Santo Domingo.- Albert Pujols has been officially named manager of the Dominican national team for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The announcement was made by Nelson Cruz, the team’s general manager,
Albert Pujols set to return to the WBC as the Dominican Republic’s manager in 2026
Albert Pujols will manage the Dominican Republic national team in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Rising from a successful player and manager stint with Los Leones del Escogido, he has assembled a stellar coaching team including David Ortiz and Pedro Martínez.
Albert Pujols will manage Team Dominicana in 2026's World Baseball Classic, says report
Fresh off winning both winter ball championships as a manager in the Dominican Republic, three-time MVP is set for prominent international tournament, ESPN reports.
Albert Pujols will manage Dominican Republic in World Baseball Classic, sees path to MLB
Future Hall of Famer views these managerial opportunities as a chance to grow, with the ultimate goal of becoming a big league skipper.
Sources: Albert Pujols to manage Dominican Republic in 2026 WBC
The Dominican Republic has chosen former Cardinals and Angels star Albert Pujols as its next manager for the 2026 World Baseball Classic and will make the announcement official sometime in March, sources told ESPN's .
Pujols named Dominican Republic's manager for '26 World Baseball Classic (report)
After leading Leones del Escogido to the Dominican Republic Professional Baseball League (LIDOM) championship in the 2024-25 winter season -- his first managerial experience -- followed by the 2025 Caribbean Series crown in Mexicali earlier this month,
Albert Pujols named Dominican Republic manager for 2026 World Baseball Classic
Legendary slugger and future first-ballot Hall of Famer Albert Pujols has been named manager of the Dominican Republic team for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, he told reporters at Angels spring training Sunday.
Albert Pujols to manage Dominican Republic in 2026 World Baseball Classic: Report
The Dominican Republic has a new manager for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, and it stands to be a popular hire. Albert Pujols has been chosen to take over the D.R.'s dugout as it attempts to win its second WBC title, according to ESPN. Nelson Cruz, the team's general manager, reportedly plans to make an official announcement by the end of March.
Albert Pujols says he’s ready to manage in the major leagues
Pujols, who is in camp as an Angels guest instructor, just won two championships managing in the Dominican Republic.
Pujols on being Major League manager: 'It won't be long'
Fresh off leading Leones del Escogido to both the Dominican Professional Baseball League and the Caribbean Series titles, Albert Pujols is ready for his chance to manage in the Majors. Pujols, who arrived at Angels camp as an instructor on Sunday,
MLB: Hall of Fame Legends Voted for Albert Pujols as Dominican Manager for WBC
A group of MLB legends cast their votes for Albert Pujols to take the helm as manager of the Dominican Republic team in the World Baseball Classic
Marcell Ozuna Opens Up on World Baseball Classic Snub
Braves slugger reveals his frustration over being left off the Dominican Republic roster, calling it a personal blow.
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For Dominican baseball hopefuls, age fraud cases and a curveball from Japan reflect a broken system
Despite years of corruption and criticism, the entry point for talented players from the Dominican Republic into Major League ...
Big news emerges about Albert Pujols
Albert Pujols has landed a new job, and it is one that could help him on his quest to become the manager of an MLB team.
Albert Pujols to Manage Dominican Republic at 2026 World Baseball Classic, Per Report
The Dominican Republic has landed on former St. Louis Cardinals and Los Angeles Angels slugger Albert Pujols as their next ...