Cuba's 65th National Baseball Series begins with high offensive production

The 65th National Baseball Series (SNB) in Cuba has commenced, characterized by high offensive output and significant defensive and pitching struggles across the league. The collective batting average stands at .297, supported by 143 home runs and 206 doubles. Eight teams have already surpassed a .300 batting average.

In contrast, pitching and defense have shown notable weaknesses. The collective earned run average (ERA) has risen to 6.07, driven by 578 walks compared to 515 strikeouts. Defensively, the league has recorded 142 errors across 128 games, resulting in a .970 fielding average.

In the Western zone, the Vegueros de Pinar del Río lead with a 7-1 record. In the Eastern zone, the Avispas de Santiago de Cuba hold the top position with a 6-2 record. Among individual performers, Frank David González of Pinar del Río has recorded six home runs, while Naykel Cruz of Matanzas leads in saves with four.