Curaçao's Rafaela Named American League Player of the Week

Ceddanne Rafaela, a native of Curaçao playing for the Boston Red Sox, was named the American League Player of the Week following an outstanding performance that helped Boston post a dominant 6-1 record. The highlight of his week was leading the Red Sox to a three-game sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers, the reigning World Series champions. Rafaela's personal statistics during the week were described as the best of his career, underscoring his rapid development as a major league player. The sweep of the Dodgers is considered a notable achievement given Los Angeles's status as the defending champions. The recognition brings pride to Curaçao, which has a strong tradition of producing Major League Baseball talent. This award marks a significant milestone in Rafaela's young MLB career and raises his profile across the league.