The Athletics went to the Cuban outfielder's showcase to see if he lived up to all the hype, but foreign policy will govern when Alexei Bell will be available to MLB, if he's available at all.
The Oakland Athletics were among 12 other clubs at the showcase for Cuban outfielder Alexei Bell held in Mexicali, Mexico last Monday, reports MLB.com's Jesse Sanchez. The 32-year old Bell ran a 6.65 second 60-yard dash and showed off his power at the plate and his arm strength from right field, according to Sanchez.
The 32-year-old is one of several players given leave by the Cuban government to play in leagues outside of Cuba, including the Quebec Capitales of the independent Can-Am League.