Bad Bunny Supports Carlos Correa for World Baseball Classic
In West Palm Beach, Florida, pop sensation Bad Bunny has shown his commitment to Puerto Rico’s baseball legacy by stepping in to help Carlos Correa participate in the upcoming World Baseball Classic (WBC). Correa, a key player for the Houston Astros, was initially unable to join Team Puerto Rico due to issues related to insurance coverage. In a recent statement, he shared that Bad Bunny, known for his chart-topping hits and deep roots in Puerto Rican culture, offered to cover the cost of an insurance policy that would enable him to play.
“It means a lot that he’s that involved,” Correa expressed during a press conference at the Astros’ spring training facility. “He tried to do everything possible. I wanted to play and make sure that I was going out there to represent Team Puerto Rico in Puerto Rico. The fact that he did that shows how much he cares for our country and the fans back home. I’m truly thankful for his dedication.”
Carlos Correa’s Career Challenges
Carlos Correa, who has a staggering $200 million contract that runs through the 2028 season, faced challenges in his career, including a major surgery in 2014 for a broken tibia. This past offseason saw him struggling to get contract approvals from both the San Francisco Giants and the New York Mets due to physical examination concerns.
While Bad Bunny did suggest an insurance provider, Correa revealed that Major League Baseball (MLB), the Astros, and his agent Scott Boras were not in favor of the plan. Correa stated,
“I could not sign my life away with something that three people that I trust are advising against.”
Anticipation for the World Baseball Classic
The WBC is set to kick off next month with Puerto Rico hosting a number of games. Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, has gained international acclaim, including his recent performance at the Super Bowl halftime show and winning the Grammy for Album of the Year in 2023 for his all-Spanish project, “Debí Tirar Más Fotos.” His representation agency, Rimas Sports, previously faced scrutiny, leading to disciplinary action from the MLB Players Association over violations, including financial misconduct. An arbitrator upheld the union’s decision to suspend several employees involved in the agency.
As anticipation builds for the WBC, both Correa and Bad Bunny’s passionate involvement highlights the importance of sports in fostering national pride and unity in Puerto Rico.
