Only 4 foreign players are allowed on the 25-man game roster, with a maximum of 3 position players or 3 pitchers. There can not be 4 position players or 4 pitchers at one time. 3 position players and 1 pitcher, 1 position player and 3 pitchers, or 2 of each are all possible.
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Michael Westbay
(aka westbaystars)
Founder
It appears they will also bring back fan favorite Alex Ochoa as well, and add 3 pitchers to the mix. They need all the help they can get.