venezuela was represented by the occidental league champion as a late replacement after a players strike in the venezuelan professional baseball league. the rapiños team ended in last place with a 1-5 record and was managed by les moss. venezuela's only victory came at expense of puerto rico behind a strong pitching effort by ed hobaugh. the starting rotation was depleted after julián ladera was injured, while billy muffett (0-2, 6.00 era) was a notable weak spot, even though he pitched a 12-inning complete game. the offense was guided by cf willie davis (.333, .593 slg, two sb) and 3b luis garcía (.333, one hr, .542 slg). 2b bob aspromonte and ss luis aparicio provided a solid middle infield defense.