Venezuelan earthquakes impact MLB players from Giants, Braves, Dodgers, Brewers

On June 24, significant earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing widespread destruction. The natural disaster disrupted professional baseball games and concerned many Venezuelan MLB players. Giants rookie Victor Bericoto hit a home run in a game against the A’s, but his mind was on friends and family in Venezuela. Players including Martín Pérez, Maikel Garcia, and Miguel Rojas expressed their thoughts and prayers for those affected via social media. Many shared scenes of the devastation and sought ways to help their homeland.

• 6:18 AMYahoo Sports — Venezuela earthquakes rattle MLB stars on Giants, Braves, Dodgers, Brewers