About Us
PUERTO RICO INDEPENDENT BASEBALL LEAGUE
The Puerto Rico Independent Baseball League (PRIBL) is the first professional independent league in Puerto Rico. We give aspiring players a platform to develop, compete, and showcase their talent to professional and collegiate organizations.
Founded by Carlos M. Núñez, PRIBL was created to fill a gap in year-round competitive development for players in Puerto Rico and abroad, offering consistency, visibility, and professionalism comparable to what MLB and other top leagues expect.
Who We Are
Prospects looking to step up their careers and gain exposure.
International players aiming to break into the U.S./Latin America baseball markets.
Former affiliated minor leaguers who still want to prove their level.
Our Mission
To build a sustainable baseball league in Puerto Rico that develops talent, promotes integrity, excellence, and creates opportunity for players, coaches, and staff, while having a positive impact on our community and in the international baseball scene.
Our Vision
The Liga de Béisbol Profesional Independiente de Puerto Rico (LBPIPR) strives to:
Be officially recognized by Major League Baseball (MLB) as a Partner League.
Strengthen its operational structure to meet the highest professional standards in administration, competition, and player development.
Build strong relationships with professional organizations, scouts, and international leagues that validate the quality and stability of our league.
Become the leading independent professional league in the Caribbean.
Place an increasing number of players into MLB organizations, international professional clubs, and U.S. college baseball programs.
Expand partnerships with local and international institutions focused on youth development, health, and education.
Enhance the fan experience, improve playing facilities, and strengthen community engagement.
Competition & Schedule
Season Format: Each team plays 24 regular-season games.
Playoffs: Top three teams qualify. Seed #1 advances directly to the Championship Series. Seeds #2 & #3 play a single elimination game; the winner faces #1 in a best-of-three Finals.
Roster Limit: Up to 24 active players per team.
Season Timing: PRIBL operates in Winter and Spring, offering players more opportunities to compete and stay ready year-round.
Amenities & Player Support
All players receive professional support, including coaching, training programs, and performance analytics.
We provide safe, quality housing and logistical support for out-of-town or international players (travel, lodging, etc.).
Pre-game and post-game meals as needed, and access to medical and sports performance resources.
Visibility, Technology & Data
PRIBL gives players exposure to scouts from MLB, college programs, and international clubs.
We use modern performance metrics, video, and analytics tools to aid in player development.
Games are streamed/covered on social media to increase visibility for players and teams.
Community & Experience
PRIBL is about more than baseball. We engage with local communities, businesses, and fans to enrich Puerto Rico’s baseball culture. Our games are events: family-friendly, entertaining, and safe, with opportunities for youth clinics, local vendor participation, and initiatives that give back to the community.
📍 Puerto Rico Independent Baseball League – Opportunity, Development, Puerto Rico.