Sheynnis Palacios Throws First Pitch in Nicaragua vs. Netherlands Game of the Baseball World Classic
Nicaraguan Sheynnis Palacios, Miss Universe 2023, starred in one of the symbolic moments of the match between Nicaragua and the Netherlands by throwing the first pitch at loanDepot Park in Miami, prior to the 2026 Baseball World Classic encounter.
TL;DR
- Sheynnis Palacios, Miss Universe 2023 from Nicaragua, threw the ceremonial first pitch before a baseball game in Miami.
- The game was between the Nicaragua Baseball Team and the Netherlands Baseball Team, part of the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
- Palacios, the first Nicaraguan to win Miss Universe, was honored with applause and celebrated Nicaraguan pride.
- Her participation occurred during a cultural celebration for the Nicaraguan community.
- Nicaragua competes in Group D of the tournament, with all its matches scheduled in Miami.
- Palacios previously threw the first pitch at loanDepot Park for "Nicaraguan Heritage Day" in September 2025.
- Recent news also speculates about a breakup between Palacios and her boyfriend, Carlos Gómez, based on social media activity and reflective posts.