Emilio Bonifacio becomes the all-time leading run scorer for the Tigres del Licey
Tigres del Licey captain, Emilio Bonifacio, has etched his name in golden letters in the blue franchise’s record books. With his most recent performance at Estadio Quisqueya Juan Marichal, the veteran outfielder reached 317 runs scored, surpassing the mark of 316 held by legend César Gerónimo.
This historic milestone took place during an exciting matchup against the Leones del Escogido, where the Tigres prevailed with a 5-4 score in ten innings. The day was the perfect setting for the captain to demonstrate, once again, why he is a key piece in the capital organization.
The play that defined history
The climactic moment arrived in the bottom of the tenth inning. Bonifacio entered the field as a pinch runner replacing Sergio Alcántara, under the ghost runner rule. With his characteristic audacity, he stole third base, setting the stage for the game’s conclusion.
Moments later, the veteran crossed home plate to score the walk-off run against the Leones, thanks to a passed ball by catcher Randy Florentino. This action not only sealed the victory for the felines, but also cemented Bonifacio’s new personal record in the Dominican Professional Baseball League (LIDOM).
Bonifacio’s ability to influence the game through his speed and strategic reading remains an invaluable asset for Licey, solidifying him as an iconic figure in Dominican baseball.
With this achievement, Emilio Bonifacio continues to demonstrate that, despite the passage of time, he maintains his ability to define games and lead the Tigres del Licey in moments of greatest pressure.
