Felix is reportedly *very* concerned with what is happening in his homeland and with the family members that remain there. Apparently the Maduro regime and the "collectivos"" - thug militia - are pressuring the well-known Venezuelan ballplayers to come out in support of the regime by threatening their families. So far, only Magglio Ordonez (who is apparently a government official) has expressed support that I've heard.
Meanwhile, the M's, through their connections with the Carrasquels and Carlos Guillen, are still trying to sign Venezuelan IFAs. Not beyond reason that Felix is a bit distracted by these events and his need to tiptoe in his comments on things. But it has been suggested that he is distressed.
Terry (tjm) has much more experience in this type of reporting and has obviously some insight into Felix (his book is WONDERFUL!), so maybe he can provide some reporting on what is happening with Venezuelan baseball. But it can't help a player's focus to hear of the things going on there.