Leones del Escogido reinforce their pitching with José Urquidy for the postseason
The Leones del Escogido have announced the incorporation of right-handed pitcher José Urquidy for the postseason of the Dominican professional baseball tournament. The news was confirmed by the Baseball Operations management of the organization. Urquidy, with six seasons of experience in the Major Leagues (2019-2025), arrives at the scarlet team with a solid resume. During his time in MLB, the Mexican pitcher recorded a 27-16 record, a 4.00 ERA, a 1.15 WHIP, and 329 strikeouts in 407.1 innings. The right-hander was part of the Houston Astros team that won the 2022 World Series. In that event, Urquidy had an outstanding performance against the Philadelphia Phillies, pitching three scoreless innings, allowing a single hit and striking out four batters.In the Mexican Pacific League, with the Venados de Mazatlán, Urquidy demonstrated his worth with an effectiveness of 1.09, a WHIP of 0.84 and 35 strikeouts in 33.0 innings. His record was 3-1, with an allowed batting average of .183. Urquidy is expected to join the rotation of the Leones del Escogido, a team that will begin its participation in the Round Robin this Saturday, December 27, facing the Águilas Cibaeñas at 5:00 in the afternoon at the Cibao stadium.Urquidy’s arrival gives us a proven pitcher with experience in high-pressure situations. His control, maturity, and knowledge of the game strengthen our rotation from the start of the Round Robin, and we trust that he will be a key piece.
Carlos Peña, general manager
