Panama vs. Mexico: Here is the Canalero Team's Lineup for the Baseball at the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games

Panama has finalized its roster for the baseball tournament at the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, 2026, with a lineup featuring seasoned players ready to face Mexico in their opening match. Manager Alberto Macré has selected a squad that includes notable figures such as Edgard Muñoz and Luis Castillo, both of whom represented Panama in the recent World Baseball Classic. Their experience is expected to be a significant asset for the team.

Joining Muñoz and Castillo are other standout players from the past National Baseball Championship, including Jhony Santos, Carlos Mosquera, and Héctor Rayo. These athletes bring a strong domestic track record to the international stage. As previously announced, Harold Araúz will take the mound as the starting pitcher for the crucial opening game against Mexico. Araúz, who played for Panamá Oeste in this year's championship, marks his return to the national team after a period of absence.

This appearance in Santo Domingo 2026 will mark Panama's fifteenth participation in the baseball event of the Central American and Caribbean Games. Since their debut in 1930, the Panamanian team has achieved podium finishes seven times, securing three silver medals and four bronze medals. Despite these successes, Panama has also experienced several editions without reaching the medal rounds.

The Panamanian delegation has a history of strong performances in the Caribbean and Central American Games. Their medal-winning years include 1930 (Bronze), 1935 (Silver), 1938 (Silver), 1959 (Bronze), 1966 (Bronze), 1982 (Bronze), and 2002 (Silver). The team aims to add to this legacy in the upcoming games.