Major League Baseball (MLB) showcases its diversity through the presence of foreign-born players, with nearly 1/3 of the league comprising international talent. The 2024 Opening Day rosters featured 264 players from 19 countries and territories outside the United States, making up 27.8% of the total player pool.
The Dominican Republic led the pack with 108 players, followed by Venezuela (58) and Cuba (18). Other countries represented include Puerto Rico, Canada, Mexico, Japan, and Colombia, among others. Notably, South Africa saw its second player in MLB history on Opening Day rosters.
