Former Cuban Pitcher Maikel Hidalgo Reyes Battles Recovery After Harrowing Assault; Reflects Broader Spike in National Crime Rate
Havana, Cuba – In a harrowing incident reflective of the escalating violence in Cuba, former Cuban pitcher Maikel Hidalgo Reyes was recently the victim of a violent assault that nearly claimed his life. The news of this disturbing assault broke earlier this week, leaving the community and sports fans nationwide in shock. Hidalgo Reyes, a noted figure in Cuban baseball, having retired a decade ago after a successful career with teams like Metropolitanos, Matanzas, and …