Santo Domingo. The Tigres del Licey achieved a resounding victory over the Gigantes del Cibao, a triumph that manager Gilbert Gómez described as a demonstration of the strength, resilience, and the team’s “competitive DNA”. Gómez highlighted the teamwork and, in particular, the ability of the pitching staff to dominate critical situations.
It’s a very close match, but the team’s ability to take the hit, doing what it has to do, was really a great job. That says a lot about the DNA this team has.
Gilbert Gómez
Albert Abreu in excellent form
The leader especially praised pitcher Albert Abreu, who has shown a notable improvement in his recent performances. Gómez explained that 25% of his pitches were “strange”, causing 44% missed swings. The pitching coach, Casadiego, has worked with Abreu to enhance his performance, and he is currently in great form with his fastball, changeup, and curveball. Abreu is experiencing a “quite positive period” after a recent performance where he struck out 10 batters against the Toros del Este.JC Mejía and his availability
Regarding reliever JC Mejía, who pitched on consecutive days, Gómez reported that they will evaluate his availability for the next game.There is a high possibility that it doesn’t have the label, but we’ll see if it needs to rest for a day and then we’ll resume.
Gilbert Gómez
Ronny Mauricio returns to the lineup
Gómez confirmed Ronny Mauricio’s return to the lineup for the next game, as part of his “return to play” process. Mauricio is in his progression phase and will definitely play.Status of Carl Stevenson, Jonathan Aro, and Ramón Hernández
Jonathan Aro, although he hasn’t pitched since November 21st, is fully recovered. His opportunity will come at the right time. Ramón Hernández continues to have discomfort in his right leg and is undergoing rehabilitation, although he remains on the 50-man roster. It is expected to be available in one of the next three games, without rushing its return. Regarding Carl Stevenson, the analysis continues and his return to the team has not yet been determined.Key defense in the victory
The manager highlighted the defensive plays that were crucial in maintaining the shutout.Gómez trusts Michael’s ability, despite an error in the ninth inning.Today Hensley made a tremendous play getting us out of an inning that seemed to be getting complicated, Adames with an important play and several double plays from the infield.
Gilbert Gómez
