has a challenge that extends beyond opposing teams. A native of Venezuela, he cannot ignore the protests impacting the people in his homeland.
As hard as Gonzalez tries, it is not something he can simply forget when he gets to the ballpark. He is quick to say that the problems in Venezuela are no alibi for his early-season struggles with the Rockies this year.
But Gonzalez also admits Venezuela's problems weigh on him. He has family and friends who still live there, and the challenges they face are not easy to ignore.
Gonzalez discussed those challenges in his homeland in this week's Q&A:
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