DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

The field is set for the 2026 Caribbean Series that opens 1 February in Mexico, with the Dominican Republic’s Leones del Escogido representing the Dominican Republic. The Leones del Escogido are scheduled to open their title defense against Mexico Red (Charros de Jalisco) at 7:30pm local time.

This year’s regional championship was relocated from Venezuela to Mexico due to ongoing sociopolitical concerns. Following the venue change, the tournament format has been adjusted to feature five teams, including two host squads:• Dominican Republic: Leones del Escogido (Defending Caribbean Series champions)• Mexico Red: Charros de Jalisco• Mexico Green: Tomateros de Culiacán• Puerto Rico: Cangrejeros de Santurce• Panama (guest): Federales de Chiriquí

Thirteen games are scheduled. The tournament begins this Sunday, 1 February 2026 and the finals will be on 7...