Mexico Defeats Dominican Champion to Reach Caribbean Series Final
Mexico Verde has secured a spot in the Caribbean Series final, defeating the Dominican Republic 9-4. This semifinal match took place on Friday at the Panamericano Stadium in Guadalajara. The victory allows the Tomateros de Culiacán, representing Mexico Verde, to continue their pursuit of the championship title.
Key Highlights from the Game
This match was a pivotal moment for Mexico Verde, marking their second consecutive victory over the Dominican champions. Previously, they triumphantly reversed a deficit to win 10-7 in the final game of the initial round. In the semifinal, the Tomateros showcased their resilience by overcoming a tough start.
Game Progression
- Dominican Republic took an early lead with runs by Franchy Cordero and Sócrates Brito.
- David Reyes, starting pitcher for Mexico Verde, initially faced challenges but regained control.
- Oscar de la Cruz pitched for the Dominican team, but a crucial home run by Estevan Florial shifted the momentum.
- In the sixth inning, Mexico Verde capitalized on opportunities, adding two more runs through hits from Verdugo and Solís.
Decisive Moments
With the bases loaded in the sixth inning, Mexican reliever Sasagi Sánchez issued a walk that allowed a Dominican runner to score. However, the inning ended with three Dominican players stranded on base. In a stunning rally during the seventh inning, Mexico Verde scored four runs, significantly extending their lead.
Final Statistics
Despite a late rally by the Dominican team, which included a run from Gustavo Núñez in the eighth inning, Mexico Verde maintained their advantage. Anthony Gose received credit for the win, while Kenny Hernández took the loss.
Upcoming Match
Later that day, the semifinal lineup will see the Cangrejeros de Santurce from Puerto Rico face the Charros de Jalisco, representing Mexico Rojo. This matchup promises more thrilling baseball as teams vie for a chance in the championship.
| Innings | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Total | Hits | Error |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico Verde | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 13 | 1 |
| Dominican Republic | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 1 |
This exciting result positions Mexico Verde for the Caribbean Series final, where they hope to clinch the championship title.
