Toros del Este Define Their Rotation and Announce Reinforcements for the Semifinals
La Romana – Los Toros del Este have announced their game plan for the crucial week of the Round Robin, including the starting rotation and the incorporation of Puerto Rican catcher Onix Vega, who joins the team for the decisive phase of the semi-finals.
The Toros team will resume action this Tuesday at the Francisco A. Micheli Stadium, where Justin Courtney will be the starting pitcher against the Leones del Escogido.
On Wednesday, in a key matchup against the Águilas Cibaeñas at the Cibao Stadium, Jaime Barría will take the mound. On Thursday, back home against the Escogido, it will be the turn of the left-hander Enny Romero, while Aaron Leasher will open on Friday, again at home, against the Águilas.Onix Vega Strengthens the Reception
Jesús Mejía, general manager of the Toros, announced the arrival of Onix Vega, who arrived in the country this Monday and will be available to play from this Tuesday. Vega, 26 years old, is known for his outstanding defense in the catching position, his ability to frame pitches and his reliable arm. In addition, he possesses occasional power and can play in other positions.
We strengthen the receiving corps for this final stretch with a catcher with good defense and a good arm. We continue to prepare to compete in this postseason stage.
The new catcher comes from playing with the Criollos de Caguas in the Puerto Rican league, where he hit three home runs and drove in 11 runs, with an on-base percentage of .341 in 71 at-bats, recording more walks (9) than strikeouts (7).
Vega replaces Brian Lavastida, who ended his contractual commitment with the team.Decisive Week for the Bulls
The Toros start this week tied for second place with the Águilas Cibaeñas, with only five games remaining on the Round Robin schedule. The competition for the last spot for the Final Series is intense.
