AdvertisementWith Improved Relations, Are The U.S. And Cuba Ready To Play Ball?March 24, 2015Robert SiegelEyder PeraltafacebookEmailYoan Francisco, a rookie for the Havana Industriales, warms up before a game at Havana's Latin American Stadium. Cuban baseball has been facing hard times, but improved diplomatic relations with the U.S. have raised the possibility of increased cooperation and new opportunities. (NPR)