SAN PEDRO DE MACORÍS – Los Toros del Este demonstrated their offensive power and solidity on the mound by defeating the Estrellas Orientales with a score of 6-1 at the Tetelo Vargas stadium.The early attack, led by Eloy Jiménez and Gilberto Celestino, combined with an effective bullpen, was key to the victory.With this triumph, the Bulls extend their winning streak to three consecutive games and consolidate their position in second place in the standings, with a record of 17-15.Furthermore, they approach the Stars in the particular series, with a score of 4-3.
Leasher Debuts with Victory
The left-handed pitcher Aaron Leasher had a successful debut from the bullpen, working 1.2 scoreless innings, allowing only two hits, two walks, and striking out two batters.On the other hand, James González, from the Estrellas Orientales, took the loss by not being able to complete the first inning, where the Toros scored four runs.The Toros’ pitching limited the Estrellas to 0-11 with runners in scoring position and left 12 men on base.The Romanense offense connected for 7 hits, with 6 of them driving in runs.How the runs were scored
First entry (4-0 Bulls)The Bulls started with a four-run rally:- Gilberto Celestino opened with a double, scoring on Eloy Jiménez’s single (1-0).
- Jiménez reached home plate thanks to a double by Félix Reyes (2-0).
- Jeimer Candelario drove in another run with a single to center, driving in Reyes (3-0).
- Yairo Muñoz scored the fourth run after a hit by the imported catcher (4-0).
Offensive Leaders
For the Toros del Este:
- Eloy Jiménez: 4-2, double, two RBIs.
- Gilberto Celestino: 5-2, double, one RBI, one run.
- Félix Reyes: 4-1, double, one RBI and one run.
- Jeimer Candelario: 4-1, one RBI and one run.
- Ronaldo Hernández: 4-1, with one RBI.
By the Estrellas Orientales:
- Wilin Rosario: 1-1, HR, one RBI and one run.
- Jorge Mateo: 4-1, double.
- Josh Lester: 3-2.
