Carlos Delgado on Why Puerto Rico vs Dominican Republic at Citi Field Is Bigger Than Baseball

Puerto Rico vs. Dominican Republic is coming to Citi Field, and Carlos Delgado is taking it seriously. Delgado joins Jay Horwitz to break down why this matchup is so much more than a game — the energy, the culture, the bragging rights — and why once first pitch hits, everyone’s playing to win.

He talks about teaming up with Carlos Beltrán on the bench, Mets bullpen coach José Rosado, and why he’s managing Puerto Rico like it’s the World Baseball Classic. Delgado also opens up on 25 years of his Extra Bases Foundation, rebuilding Puerto Rico after hurricanes, mentoring the next generation of players, and what it means to still hold the PR home run record.

Oh — and he tells the story behind that 9-RBI night at Yankee Stadium.

🔥 Puerto Rico vs. Dominican Republic — Live at Citi Field!

Don’t miss one of the most electric nights of baseball this fall as Team Puerto Rico and Team Dominican Republic face off in a celebration of culture, music, and competition at Citi Field.

⚾ Date: Friday, November 15, 2025

📍 Location: Citi Field, Queens, NY

🎶 Expect live music, island vibes, and an atmosphere that feels more like a block party than an exhibition game — until that first pitch drops.

Featuring legends like Carlos Delgado, Carlos Beltrán, and José Rosado, this event brings Caribbean pride straight to New York.

Come early, wear your colors, and be ready to feel the energy that only PR vs. DR can bring.

🎟️ Tickets available now at Mets.com/PRvsDR

⏱️ Timestamps (00:00 Format)

00:00 – Cold open + PR vs DR hype

01:25 – Why this game is more than baseball

03:05 – Beltrán joins Delgado’s staff for Puerto Rico

04:40 – Why Citi Field will feel like winter ball

06:10 – How the roster comes together (permits, winter leagues, timing)

08:15 – Extra Bases Foundation: 25 years of impact

10:45 – Rebuilding Puerto Rico after hurricanes Maria & Fiona

12:05 – Mentoring the next generation of players

13:45 – WBC connection & pride in Puerto Rican baseball

14:00 – “I let it fly”: The 9-RBI night at Yankee Stadium

16:25 – Why 473 HRs still matter to him

17:50 – Scouting and treating this like a real competition

18:50 – Delgado’s management style: “Suggestions, not orders”

20:00 – Jay & Carlos close with some playful UConn–St. John’s banter

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