A huge congratulations to Miami Marlins’ ace Jose Fernandez, who will become an American citizen today, per the Palm Beach Post. Fernandez will be a keynote speaker during a ceremony in Kendall, Florida today. The event will also naturalize another 140 South Florida residents.
Fernandez, 22-years old, defected from Cuba back in 2008, got drafted in 2010, and made his major league début in 2012. His story to get to America and then adjust to American life is an extraordinary one.
Jose Fernandez is currently on the 60-day disabled list, still recovering from his Tommy John surgery last May.