Toros del Este come back against Estrellas and conquer the Serie de la Caña

Toros del Este Dominate Estrellas Orientales in Thrilling Duel

La Romana – Los Toros del Este once again demonstrated their superiority in the matchups against the Estrellas Orientales, securing the victory with a score of 4-3 in a vibrant game held this Tuesday at the Francisco A. Micheli stadium. Ruddy Martín Jr.’s decisive hit was key to the victory, culminating an encounter full of emotions. With this triumph, the Toros won the 2025 Sugar Cane Series, setting a record of 6-4 after winning four consecutive games. In the bottom of the tenth episode, and with the Bulls down 3-2 on the scoreboard, Rafael Lantigua hit a solid hit to center field that drove in Yairo Muñoz, tying the score. With the bases loaded and the pressure at its maximum, Ruddy Martín Jr. hit a single to left field, allowing Ismael Alcántara to score the winning run, unleashing the orange team’s celebration.

Bulls Secure Second Place

With this victory, the Toros consolidate their position in second place in the standings with a 21-17 record, maintaining a 3.5-game lead over third place. On the other hand, the Estrellas Orientales are at the bottom of the table with a 16-23 record. Joe Corbett (4-1, 2.29) took the win from the mound, pitching two innings with one hit and one run (ghost runner), as well as recording three strikeouts. Junior Santos (0-1, 1.29) took the loss, allowing two runs and three hits in the tenth inning. The Toros’ pitching staff once again stood out, limiting the Estrellas to only 2 hits in 16 at-bats with runners in scoring position, leaving 13 men on base.

The Game: A Summary of the Races

• First inning: Las Estrellas took the lead with a run driven in by Miguel Sanó.
• Fourth inning: Los Toros tied the game thanks to a sacrifice fly by Yairo Muñoz.
• Sixth inning: Las Estrellas regained the lead with a run scored by Ismael Munguía.
• Eighth inning: Gilberto Celestino hit a home run to tie the game again.
• Tenth inning: Las Estrellas scored a run, but Los Toros responded strongly to secure the victory.

The Estrellas took the lead with a sacrifice fly from Munguía, which brought the ghost runner Jorge Mateo home. But the Toros responded strongly in the bottom half: Ronaldo Hernández started with an infield hit. Yairo Muñoz advanced runners to third. Rafael Lantigua tied the game 3-3 with a line drive to center field. Celestino received an intentional walk. And finally, Ruddy Martín Jr. sealed the 4-3 victory with a single to left field.

Featured Players

Toros del Este:

• Ruddy Martín Jr.: 4-2, RBI
• Gilberto Celestino: 4-1, HR, RBI, R
• Yairo Muñoz: 3-1, RBI, R
• Rafael Lantigua: 4-1, RBI

Estrellas Orientales:

• Raimel Tapia: 4-2, double, R
• Miguel Sanó: 5-2, double, RBI
• Ismael Munguía: 4-2, RBI, R
• Carlos Martínez: 5-3

Next Commitment

The Toros del Este return to the field this Wednesday, December 10, when they visit the Águilas Cibaeñas at the Cibao stadium at 7:30 p.m., with Justin Courtney as the scheduled pitcher.