Former MLB stars Yadier Molina, Andruw Jones, and Albert Pujols manage national teams in the World Baseball Classic

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Three former MLB stars, including two Hall of Famers, are managing teams in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Yadier Molina, Andruw Jones, and Albert Pujols are leading their respective national teams. Molina manages Puerto Rico, Jones leads the Netherlands, and Pujols is at the helm for the Dominican Republic. These managers bring significant playing experience, with a combined 26 All-Star selections and multiple championships, to the international tournament.


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