SANTO DOMINGO.- The Leones del Escogido celebrated this Friday the official delivery of the championship rings of the 2024-2025 season, commemorating their victory in the Dominican Professional Baseball League (LIDOM), where they obtained their 17th crown. In addition, the team added to its record its fifth Caribbean Series title, held in Mexico.
The event was led by Eduardo Najri, president of the Escogido Baseball Club, along with other key members of the board, including Fernando Armenteros, Luis Armando García, José Miguel Bonetti, Alfredo Najri, Roberto Bonetti, and José Miguel Bonetti Jr.
One of the highlights of the ceremony was the presentation of the ring to Junior Caminero, third baseman for the Tampa Bay Rays and recognized as the Most Valuable Player of the Final Series. Caminero was the protagonist of a memorable play, the “Caminerazo”, a home run that defined the victory of the Lions in the seventh and decisive game.
Also receiving their rings were prominent figures such as Sócrates Brito, remembered for his spectacular catch that sealed the victory; Johnny Cueto, Erik González, Franmil Reyes, Junior Lake and Héctor Rodríguez, among other players who contributed to the team’s success.
The technical staff and support personnel of the club were also honored, including coaches Tony Díaz, Israel Alcántara, Wilkin Castillo, Charlie Valerio, René Rojas, Jorge Mejía and Héctor “La Manta” De la Cruz, who played a vital role in the victorious season.
The 2024-2025 Final Series will be remembered for the intense rivalry between the Eternal Rivals, Escogido and Licey, a series that kept fans on the edge of their seats due to the excitement and high level of play.
With the delivery of the rings, the Leones del Escogido close a historic season, consolidating their position as one of the most awarded franchises in Dominican baseball.
