
Ling Almánzar lists in N Digital 15 reasons why the recently ended Dominican Professional Winter Baseball Championship was memorable and one of the most exciting of all times. He shares videos in his review to substantiate his points.
Almanzar writes that the recent Licey-Escogido series in the Dominican Baseball League (Lidom) was nothing short of a roller coaster of emotions, making it one of the most memorable in the league’s history. The seven-game series was a battle of titans, leaving fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish.
Here are 15 reasons why the series was “a roller coaster of emotions” and will be remembered for years to come:
• Caminero’s dramatic homerun: Junior Caminero’s walk-off home run in the ninth inning was one of the most dramatic in history.
• Brito’s game-saving catch: Sócrates Brito made an incredible catch in right field to seal the victory in one of the games.
• Full stadiums: Every game was played in front of a packed house at Quisqueya Stadium.
• Asencio’s rare blown save: Jairo Asencio, the usually reliable closer for Licey, gave up the unforgettable home run to Caminero.
• Núñez’s “Gustavazo”: Gustavo Núñez’s dramatic ninth-inning home run tied the game and extended the series.
• Montero’s redemption: Rafael Montero, who gave up Núñez’s home run, bounced back to dominate in Game 7.
• Pujols’ bat controversy: Licey manager Albert Pujols questioned the legality of Gustavo Núñez’s bat, leading to a fine.
• Marathon games: Two games went into extra innings, with one lasting 14 innings and the other 13.
• Pérez’s clutch performance: Andrew Pérez pitched a scoreless 14th inning with the bases loaded to give Licey the win.
• Cueto’s error: Johnny Cueto’s throwing error in the fifth inning of Game 7 led to a four-run rally for Licey.
• Rojas’ great catch: Johan Rojas made a spectacular catch in center field to help the Leones tie the game.
• Post-game celebrations: The television broadcast switched to the Escogido team’s celebration after their victory.
• Pujols’ sportsmanship: Despite the loss, Pujols showed great sportsmanship by embracing a Licey coach.
• David Ortiz’s influence: David Ortiz played a role in motivating the Leones and stirred up social media with his comments.
• Consecutive losses: Licey never won two consecutive games against Escogido in the series.
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N Digital
30 January 2025