Licey Prevails Over Gigantes in an Exciting Game with Adames’ Single
SANTO DOMINGO – In a game full of drama, the Tigres del Licey achieved a crucial 4-3 victory over the Gigantes del Cibao this Tuesday at the Quisqueya Juan Marichal Stadium. The game, corresponding to the 2025-26 Winter Baseball Tournament, was decided with a decisive single by Cristhian Adames with the bases loaded in the ninth inning. Adames’ hit, a key figure in the match, left the Giants on the field and ended an intense battle that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Adames finished the day with an outstanding offensive performance, batting 4-3 with three RBIs. Another crucial moment of the game occurred in the eighth inning, when Emilio Bonifacio made a spectacular throw from right field to put out at the plate José Torre, who was trying to score from third base after a fly ball by Leury García. This vital play preserved the tie and allowed Licey to reach the ninth inning with the opportunity to win.Licey Climbs Positions in the Table
With this victory, the eighth at home, the Tigres del Licey broke a streak of two losses and improved their record to 14-18, which allowed them to move up to fourth place in the standings. For their part, the Gigantes del Cibao fell to 13-18.Pitchers’ Performance
Jean Carlos Mejía (1-1) took the victory for the Tigres, while Anderson Pilar (1-1) took the loss for the Gigantes. César Valdez was the starting pitcher for the Tigres, working three innings in which he allowed an unearned run, three hits and struck out three batters. Other pitchers who saw action for the Licey were Andrew Pérez, Miguel Díaz, Ulises Joaquín, Luis Frías, Wander Suero and Misael Tamarez, before Mejía closed the game.Offensive Party Leaders
Tigres del Licey:
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- Cristhian Adames: 4-3, three RBIs.
- David Hensley: 4-2.
- Luis Campusano, Gustavo Núñez and Mel Rojas Jr.: One hit each.
Gigantes del Cibao:
- Samad Taylor: Three hits.
- Gary Sánchez and Deyvison De Los Santos: Two hits each.
