There have been a lot of updates about Nationals players involved in the Fall and Winter leagues showing up lately. However, no one seems to be updating us on Jesus Flores’ performance in the Venezuela Winter League. You’ll recall that Venezuela denied Flores the right to play in the Arizona Fall League with the understanding that he would play everyday in his native country. Flores is playing for the Navegantes del Magallanes, but so far he hasn’t played everyday, and thus hasn’t seen many at bats. Yet, when Flores does play he produces, hitting singles and doubles.

Last night however, Flores made history. He and teammate Richard Hidalgo both hit two home runs in one game. The last time a feat like this occurred was in 1953. Flores led off the 5th inning with a home run, he followed up in the 7th with another solo shot to center field. A recap of the game can be found here (click on the play by play tab). Also there is a nice write up of the game, but unless you read Spanish you’ll need to translate it.

I am pretty sure Venezuela doesn’t celebrate Thanksgiving, but it was a holiday in the US and Flores did hit two homers in one game. Maybe he will give our Mr. Holiday Hitter Ryan Zimmerman a run for his money next season!

Hope everyone had a nice Turkey Day.

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