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Former United South Panther Marco Raya throws two scoreless innings for Twins in Houston
By Ryan Bailey at KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· July 1, 2026
· 1 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo native Marco Raya of the Minnesota Twins was in Houston, coming out of the bullpen for the second outing of his major-league career.Raya entered the game at Daikin Park in the bottom of the seventh inning, surrendering a base hit to Yordan Alvarez before recording a f...
Key takeaway (KGNS) - Laredo native Marco Raya of the Minnesota Twins was in Houston, coming out of the bullpen for the second outing of his major-league career.
Why this matters in The Laredo
Marco Raya's successful outing for the Minnesota Twins in Houston is a point of pride for Laredo, showcasing the city's ability to produce talented athletes who can compete at the highest level. The fact that Raya, a former United South Panther, was able to hold his own in a major-league game, retiring six of the seven batters he faced, is a testament to the strong foundation he received in Laredo's baseball community. As Raya continues to navigate his major-league career, his performance will likely be closely watched by fans in Laredo, who will be eager to see how he builds on this promising start. The city's parks and recreation facilities, which provide opportunities for young athletes to develop their skills, will also be worth keeping an eye on, as they play a crucial role in nurturing the next generation of talented players like Raya.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo native Marco Raya of the Minnesota Twins was in Houston, coming out of the bullpen for the second outing of his major-league career.Raya entered the game at Daikin Park in the bottom of the seventh inning, surrendering a base hit to Yordan Alvarez before recording a f...
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