Gilbert Gómez highlights the intensity of the duel between Tigres and Águilas
The historic rivalry between the Tigres del Licey and the Águilas Cibaeñas is once again heating up in the Dominican Professional Baseball League (LIDOM). For the blue team’s manager, Gilbert Gómez, returning to Estadio Cibao in Santiago to face the ‘aguiluchos’ always carries a unique emotional and competitive weight in the winter baseball calendar.
Gómez pointed out that the team has remained focused on its preparation, maintaining a rigorous routine that includes batting sessions, defensive work, and fielding drills, which are key elements for facing a high-stakes matchup against their arch-rival.
Winning mindset after a setback
When asked about the recent setback against the Gigantes del Cibao, the Tigres’ strategist emphasized the importance of maintaining a constructive mindset. According to his philosophy, the mistakes made must be transformed into lessons, without this overshadowing the positive aspects of the collective performance.
The most important thing is to rescue the ability to react that our players showed by tying the score in critical moments, such as in the seventh and tenth innings. That resilience is what we must bring to the field in every game.
Gilbert Gómez, manager of the Tigres del Licey.
News and reinforcements in the blue roster
The leader also offered an update on the strategic moves that are strengthening the capital team:
- Roberto: He is ready to contribute from the bullpen.
- Braden Ward: The outfielder, with Triple-A experience in the Boston organization, could join the roster over the coming weekend.
- Mike Clevinger: He has already made his first appearance, marking an important step in the consolidation of the pitching staff.
A call to the fans
Finally, Gómez made a call to the loyal Licey fanbase residing in Santiago, inviting them to make themselves heard at the stadium despite playing as visitors. The manager highlighted the extraordinary level of competition exhibited in the current LIDOM season, expressing gratitude for the early presence of high-caliber figures who enrich the spectacle for all Dominican baseball fans.
