The Caribbean Series returned in 1970 after a decade-long suspension, reconvening in Caracas with a new format and without Cuban participation. Venezuela's Navegantes del Magallanes claimed the revival championship with a dominant 7-1 record, finishing ahead of Puerto Rico's Leones de Ponce to give the host nation its first Series title.
Champion: Navegantes del Magallanes · Country: Venezuela · Host: Caracas, Venezuela
It was the 1st Caribbean Series title for Navegantes del Magallanes and the 1st for Venezuela, which has won 8 in all. Caracas hosted the tournament for the 5th time.
The 1960 edition was won by Elefantes de Cienfuegos in Panama City. Tigres del Licey took the 1971 title in San Juan.