Venezuela hockey’s mega swap: Arcia, Noriega out; Briceño, Gómez in
Caracas sends two established infielders to Leones for a top prospect and a flamethrower arm reshaping the league title race.
Venezuela’s pro hockey league just pulled off its biggest trade of the season. Caracas sent established shortstops Orlando Arcia and Gabriel Noriega to Leones del Caracas in exchange for top prospect Josué Briceño and flamethrower hurler Raimon Gómez. The blockbuster retools both rosters ahead of the stretch run.
The deal lands Leones two proven bats in Arcia and Noriega, both with multiple seasons of Venezuelan League experience. 445 last year while manning shortstop for Caracas. 397 line in 2023 and adds defensive versatility.
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