Ciego de Avila

Tigres de Ciego de Avila (English: Ciego de Avila Tigers) is a baseball team in the Cuban National Series. Based in Ciego de Ávila Province, the Tigres have spent most of its history in the bottom reaches of the standings.

However, in recent seasons, the team has turned their fortunes around, making it to the 2011 Series Nacional final (losing to Pinar del Rio in six games). The following season, the Tigres bounded back to the finals again, this time winning their first ever Series Nacional over perennial favourites Industriales in six games. The Tigres have continued their run of form since, winning back-to-back championships in 2015 and 2016.

Ciego de Ávila placed two players, Roger Machado and Maikel Folch, on the Cuba national team for the 2006 World Baseball Classic.

In the 2013 World Baseball Classic, the Tigres had Vladimir Garcia, Yander Guevara and Rusney Castillo all playing on the Cuba National Team.

The Ciego de Ávila baseball team, representing the province of Ciego de Ávila in Cuba, is a prominent and competitive team within the Cuban National Series. Known for their strong pitching staff and disciplined gameplay, Ciego de Ávila has established itself as a formidable force in Cuban baseball. The team boasts a passionate fan base and a rich history of success, including multiple league championships. Their roster features talented players who excel in both offensive and defensive aspects of the game, reflecting the team's commitment to excellence and the deep baseball tradition of the region. Ciego de Ávila continues to be a key contender in Cuban baseball, showcasing the skill and spirit that define the sport in Cuba.