LA ROMANA – Los Toros del Este defeated the Tigres del Licey with a score of 7 runs to 6 in an exciting game that went to 10 innings, marking the second consecutive night that the Toros left their rival on the field. The victory, sealed at the Francisco Micheli Stadium, featured an outstanding offensive performance by Yairo Muñoz and a crucial walk negotiated by Denzer Guzmán with the bases loaded.
Muñoz, the Star of the Encounter
Yairo Muñoz was the key figure of the game, connecting 4 hits in 5 at-bats and driving in four runs, including a double that tied the game in the tenth inning. Pitcher Joe Corbett (2-0) earned the victory after pitching two innings, allowing one run. The Toros (11-11) managed to break a two-game losing streak and return to .500, securing their position in the tournament. On the other hand, the Licey (9-13) suffered their second consecutive loss.How the Game Was Decided
Licey took the lead in the first inning with a run driven in by Cristhian Adames, combined with a defensive error. The Toros quickly responded with RBI singles from Manuel Peña and Bryan de la Cruz, putting the score at 3-1.
In the third inning, the blues regained control with a four-run rally, driven by hits from Sergil Alcántara and Gustavo Núñez, as well as wild pitches and a walk. Ramón Hernández contributed a two-run single and Mel Rojas Jr. added a sacrifice fly to make the score 5-3. The Bulls didn’t give up, and a double by Muñoz in the fifth inning brought the score to 5-4. In the seventh, another single by Muñoz tied the score 5-5. In the tenth inning’s opening, Licey scored a run to take a 6-5 lead. However, the Toros responded strongly in the bottom of the inning. With the automatic runner on second, Hernandez hit a single, Munoz hit a double that tied the game 6-6. Reliever Ulises Joaquin walked Felix Reyes and then, on a 3-2 count, Denzer Guzman, allowing the Toros to win the game.Relevant Data
- Licey was left on the field for the second consecutive night.
- The Toros improve their record to 4-1 in games decided by one run.
- Licey falls to 2-2 in that same category.
