Erik González Joins Dominican Republic Roster for World Baseball Classic

Versatile infielder Erik González has been tapped to replace Jeremy Peña on the Dominican Republic’s roster for the World Baseball Classic. González, who last played in the Majors in 2022 with the Marlins and spent the 2024 season in the Reds' organization at Triple-A, is expected to join the team at loanDepot park ahead of their tournament opener against Nicaragua. His addition provides depth to a star-studded roster managed by Albert Pujols as they begin their WBC campaign.