The Cardenales de Lara are the Barquisimeto franchise in the Venezuelan Winter League, based at Estadio Antonio Herrera Gutiérrez. Founded in 1971, the team has been a leading presence in the history of Venezuelan baseball and represents one of the country’s most passionate baseball cities. In the 2025 season the Cardenales posted a 30-26 record, keeping themselves in the playoff hunt.
| Name | Cardenales de Lara |
| League | Venezuelan Winter League |
| City | Barquisimeto |
| Ballpark | Estadio Antonio Herrera Gutierrez |
| Record | 30-26 (.536) · 2025 season |
History
The Cardenales de Lara were born in 1971 as part of the Venezuelan Winter League’s expansion, arriving to give Barquisimeto and its region a baseball identity. From the start, the team was known for developing quality players and competing year after year in an increasingly tough league. The Cardenales quickly won over the fans of Lara, becoming a symbol of local pride.
Across the decades, the Cardenales have gone through cycles of success and renewal. The team has lived through eras of big offensive and defensive campaigns, developing an important pipeline that has fed not only Venezuelan baseball but also the Major Leagues. More than 50 years in the Venezuelan Winter League speak to the club’s institutional strength and its bond with the fans.
Titles and honors
The Cardenales de Lara have won multiple championships in the Venezuelan Winter League, establishing themselves as one of the most successful teams in the competition’s history. Although the titles have been spread out over time, the team has managed to stay competitive and has reached the finals on several occasions. Their constant presence in the playoffs reflects a solid organization and a fan base that never stops believing.
Current season
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Season | 2025 (latest) |
| Record | 30-26 |
| PCT | .536 |
| Standing | – |
| Games back | – |
| Streak | L1 |
Key players
Throughout its history, the Cardenales de Lara have seen plenty of talent shine. The team has been a pipeline for players who reached the Major Leagues and left their mark both in Barquisimeto and in international baseball. These historic idols forged the team’s winning identity and are still remembered by the fans as symbols of Cardenales excellence.
Did you know?
Barquisimeto, the city the Cardenales de Lara represent, is known as La Ciudad Olegaria and has historically been one of the strongholds of Venezuelan baseball. The rivalry between the Cardenales and other Venezuelan Winter League clubs, especially with franchises from the center of the country, produces intense matchups that draw thousands of fans. Estadio Antonio Herrera Gutiérrez witnesses these battles every season.
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