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GUARDIANS PROSPECT REPORT

January 25, 2024

Colombia:

CAIMENES ARE CHAMPS - COLUMBIA WILL NOT BE REPRESENTATED AT MIAMI FOR THE CARIBBEAN SERIES THIS YEAR

Dominican Republic:

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Estrellas Orientales      2 - 3      Tigres del Licey

Barrera and Núñez place Licey one win away from winning the 2024 Final Series. Licey rallied for 3 runs in the tenth inning to beat the Stars 8-5 in game five of the finals. A one-run single by Luis Barrera and a two-run single by Gustavo Núñez defined the 8-5 victory for Licey over the Estrellas Orientales. Licey lost the first two games of the series but came back to win the next three games

Mexico:

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Venados     0 - 4    Naranjeros

Mazatlán, Sinaloa (Comunicación Liga ARCO).- Breaking a nine-year fast without lifting the LAMP trophy - the longest in their history - the Naranjeros de Hermosillo managed to sweep the Venados de Mazatlán in the Final Series to obtain the 17th title in their history, becoming the winningest team in the history of Mexican baseball. The Naranjeros won by a score of 4-0 in game 4 of the Grand Final.

Puerto Rico:

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Criollos De Caguas     5 - 3       Gigantes De Caroliina

CAGUAS ARE CHAMPS

Venezuela:

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Tiburones de La Guaira   1  0    Cardenales de Lara

Brayan Rocchio (La Guaira SS), 1-4, 1 Double, 2 RBI, 2 K, .291 AVE, Cardenales 10 Sharks 12

Brayan Rocchio's bases loaded double (5) drives in the first two runs of the game in the second. Rocchio lined a drive to left Yasiel Puig scores Luis Torrens scores. Leonardo Reginatto out at home on a throw from left fielder Odubel Herrera to shortstop Jermaine Palacios to catcher Carlos Narvaez. Yasiel Puig hit a 2-run home run (5) on a line drive to center field. Wilson Garcia scores. The Sharks take a 3-run lead into the home half of the 9th 7-4.

With one out, Hernan Perez singles with a ground ball to center fielder Franklin Barreto. Jermaine Palacios scores Rangel Ravelo to 2nd. 7-5. Angel Reyes flies out to left fielder Lorenzo Cedrola. Two outs. Gorkys Hernandez walks to load the bases. Ground ball out Odubel Herrera hits a ground ball out, second baseman Alcides Escobar to first baseman Leonardo Reginatto. Game over. 7-5 Sharks

Cuba

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Mantanzas    4 - 2    Artemisa

MATANZAS ARE CHAMPS

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GUARDIANS PROSPECT REPORT

January 26, 2024

Colombia:

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Caimanes de Barranquilla     4 - 1    Vaqueros de Monteria

CAIMENES ARE CHAMPS - COLUMBIA WILL NOT BE REPRESENTATED AT MIAMI FOR THE CARIBBEAN SERIES THIS YEAR

Dominican Republic:

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Estrellas Orientales      3 - 4      Tigres del Licey

AN PEDRO DE MACORÍS – The Tigres del Licey are crowned champions of the Lidom. In an exciting seventh and final game of the 2023-24 fall-winter baseball tournament, the Tigres del Licey won 3-2 over the Estrellas Orientales, retaining their champion title at the Tetelo Vargas stadium . This victory marks their 24th championship, the first consecutive since the 1982-85 seasons, an achievement that had not been repeated since the Leones del Escogido in 2011-13.

Mexico:

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Venados     0 - 4    Naranjeros

HERMOSILLA ARE CHAMPS

Puerto Rico:

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Criollos De Caguas     5 - 3       Gigantes De Caroliina

CAGUAS ARE CHAMPS

Venezuela:

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Tiburones de La Guaira   3  1    Cardenales de Lara

Brayan Rocchio (La Guaira SS), 0-3, 1 W, 1 R, 1DP, .276 AVE, Cardenales 6 Sharks 5

In the 6th inning, Danry Vasquez and Brayan Rocchio (walked) scored to tie the game 5-5.

Cardinals triumph and force the fifth against Sharks. Cardenales de Lara won against Tiburones de La Guaira 6-5, in Barquisimeto, forcing the fifth game of the LVBP final series.

Cuba

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Mantanzas    4 - 2    Artemisa

MATANZAS ARE CHAMPS

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GUARDIANS PROSPECT REPORT

January 28, 2024

Colombia:

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TEAMS - CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES
Caimanes de Barranquilla     4 - 1    Vaqueros de Monteria

CAIMENES ARE CHAMPS - COLUMBIA WILL NOT BE REPRESENTATED AT MIAMI FOR THE CARIBBEAN SERIES THIS YEAR

Dominican Republic:

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Estrellas Orientales      3 - 4      Tigres del Licey

TIGRES DEL LICEY ARE CHAMPS

Mexico:

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Venados     0 - 4    Naranjeros

HERMOSILLA ARE CHAMPS

Puerto Rico:

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Criollos De Caguas     5 - 3       Gigantes De Caroliina

CRIOLLOS DE CAGUAS ARE CHAMPS

Venezuela:

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Tiburones de La Guaira   4 -  1    Cardenales de Lara

Brayan Rocchio (La Guaira SS), 1-3, 1 SAC, 1 DP, .279 AVE (PLAYOFFS & FINALS), Cardenales 0 Sharks 3

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 G   AB   R   H   2B   3B   HR   RBI TB   BB   K   SB   SAC   SF    AVE   OBP  SLG   OPS
19   61   13   23    7      0      1      8       3      6    8     2        1        0    .377    .457   .541   .998    REGULAR SEASON
13   44     8   13    4      0      0      8     17      5    2     3        1        0    .295    .380   .386   .766    PLAYOFFS
05    17     4     4    1      1      0      5       7      2     3    0       1         0    .235    .316   .412   .728    FINALS

64 TOTAL CHANCES; 3 ERRORS - REGULAR SEASON
57 TOTAL CHANCES; 2 ERRORS - PLAYOFFS
30 TOTAL CHANCES; 0 ERRORS - FINALS

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Tiburones de La Guaira buries 38 years of drought and becomes champion of the LVBP

The Tiburones de La Guaira were named champions of the 2023-2024 season of the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League (LVBP) this Sunday, after the La Guaira team beat Cardenales de Lara at home, by a score of 3-0 in the fifth and last game of the grand final.

The sharks had not won the championship since 1986. Now they will represent Venezuela in the 2024 Caribbean Series to be held at Miami Florida after obtaining their eighth title after 38 years of drought.

LVBP: Brayan Rocchio dedicates the title to the Tiburones de La Guaira fans

The big league infielder has been one of the pillars of the Sharks team

By Stefano Malavé Macri

Sunday, January 28, 2024 at 11:01 pm

The Tiburones de La Guaira break their spell of thirty-eight years without being able to become champions in the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League after beating Cardenales de Lara in the final.

One of the most outstanding players throughout the La Guaira campaign was infielder Brayan Rocchio, who totaled nine runs (five RBI and four scored) in the Sharks five games in the series.

"This is for the fans. It is a source of pride for us and for the fans," says the big league player after winning what would be the eighth league title in the history of the La Guaira team.

Rocchio also thanks the fans for having trusted him, while expressing his happiness: "that is one of the most important things and that gave me the most strength."

"I really came with only one goal and that was to help the team win, whether in batting or fielding," says the player born in Caracas about his role in the new monarch of Venezuelan baseball.

YASIEL PUIG

Puig: ”I came to do the impossible and we are already champions”. Puig was 8 for 19 with 3 doubles and a home run in the 5 games played in the final. While in the regular season he recorded an average of .418 (91-38) with 10 homers.

Cuba

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Mantanzas    4 - 2    Artemisa

MATANZAS ARE CHAMPS

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Brayan Rocchio: “It is an honor to have obtained this victory”

The 23-year-old hit two extra-base hits and drove in five runs in the Finals

JESUS DAVID CASTELLANO

JANUARY 29, 2024

Brayan Rocchio did not have spectacular percentages during this Final, but he was timely with the bat and the hits were decisive in the production of runs and in helping Tiburones de La Guaira reach their eighth title in Venezuelan professional baseball.

“I am proud to have obtained this victory,” Rocchio told Carlos Valmore Rodríguez of IVC Networks during the championship celebration. “But more than for me, it is for the La Guaira fans who have been there with us all the way. "There weren't many hits that I had, but thank God they were timely hits to help the team win."

Brayan Rocchio's production in the now recently completed final matchup consisted of a three-run triple in the second game to turn the score around in the fifth inning and a double that brought a couple of teammates to the plate to open the scoring in the second inning of the third game.

Both situations were with the bases loaded, which gives a greater impact to the opportunism of the one who debuted in MLB during 2023 with the Cleveland Guardians uniform.

Rocchio contributed in a key way in both aspects of the game

“I contributed enough to help the team. I came here (to Venezuela) with only one plan and that was to be able to help the team both defensively and offensively, thank God I was able to do it. From the beginning I said that if we won we were going to make history and the way we are doing it is a great source of pride for me.”

If something stood out in Brayan Rocchio's game, it was his defense at short stop. He once again exalted one of the most famous positions in Venezuelan baseball and most emblematic for the fans.

He played a potential Gold Glove shortstop, completing 21 assists and 9 putouts of his 31 chances. He took part in 6 double plays. He seemed very confident on the field, with the ability to make difficult plays and with mobility.

In the semi-finals, Rocchio had 44 assiists and 11 putouts of his 55 chances. He took part in 8 double plays. He committed 2 errors.

In 21 regular season games, Rocchio had 43 assists and 18 putouts of his 61 chances. He took part in 11 double plays but committed 3 errors.

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Guardians Prospect Helps Winter Team Take Home A Title

By Andres Chavez January 29, 2024

The Cleveland Guardians had some of their players star in winter leagues.

Jose Ramirez had a brief stint with Leones del Escogido and Gabriel Arias was on Cangrejeros de Santurce’s roster, and there were other players in the organization showing the best of their talent in the winter leagues.

One of the most productive winter seasons, however, belonged to Guardians shortstop Brayan Rocchio.

Expected to win the shortstop gig in spring training, Rocchio was a star with Tiburones de La Guaira in Venezuela’s LVBP.

Guardians Prospective posted a video in which he is seen making a fantastic play with his bare hand in the Finals.

“#Guardians 23yr old switch hitting INF prospect Brayan Rocchio with another brilliant play at shortstop tonight helping his Tiburones team win 3-0 to take home the @LVBP_Oficial championship! Rocchio was pivotal at the plate all series but his defense every night really was a catalyst in helping his team win,” they tweeted.

BRAYAN ROCCHIO BARE HANDED CATCH & THROW
https://youtu.be/x7wPvP6prBg

BRAYAN ROCCHIO BASES LOADED TRIPLE TO RIGHT; BASES LOADED DOUBLE TO LEFT; CATCH & THROW DEEP IN THE HOLE
https://youtu.be/a8Eo7bsjLzI

BRAYAN ROCCHIO BASES LOADED TRIPLE 2
https://youtu.be/8ihDbv5NYdE

BRAYAN ROCCHIO FIELDS A SLOW ROLLER
https://youtu.be/aYSPrBOLUaI

Tiburones hadn’t won the LVBP championship in 38 years, despite having one of the most colorful fan bases in the South American country.

Thanks to Rocchio’s incredible balance, fielding, and throwing skills, they were able to finish the drought.

Rocchio was a star on defense, but he was also solid on offense which is what the Guardians wanted to see.

In the regular season with Tiburones, he hit .377/.457/.541 with a .998 OPS.

Then, he had a .766 OPS in the playoffs and a .728 mark in the Finals.

Given the fact he hit .247/.279/.321 with a .600 OPS in 23 MLB games in 2023, he has a lot to prove before being anointed the long-term starter at shortstop.

He had a great winter and is ready to show the best of his talent, though.

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What a great experience. Nothing like pressure in front of a packed audience. You just don't get this kind of experience in minor league ball. Rocchio has to have the inside track to as the starting shortstop on opening day.

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The complete schedule of the Miami Caribbean Series 2024

In Miami, everything is ready to receive the seven teams participating in the Miami 2024 Caribbean Series, the 66th edition of the tournament, which will be played from February 1 to 9 at loanDepot Park, the home of the Marlins.

Caracas.- The Miami 2024 Caribbean Series will have seven teams in action and a schedule of 25 games in the round-robin round.

There will be three games a day that will be played at the Depot Park loan, the MLB home of the Miami Marlins team, during the first phase of the Caribbean tournament.

The format includes one day for the semifinals and, as in the 2023 edition, a match for third place will be played on the last day before defining the champion. This is the complete calendar of the competition that reaches its 66th edition this year:

Games for Thursday, February 1:

Nicaragua vs. Puerto Rico 10:30 am
Curaçao vs. Mexico 3:30 pm
Venezuela vs Dominican Republic 8:30 pm

Games for Friday, February 2:

Panama vs. Curaçao 10:30 am
Dominican Republic vs. Nicaragua 3:30 pm
Puerto Rico vs Mexico 8:30 pm

Games for Saturday, February 3:

Venezuela vs. Curaçao 10:30 am
Mexico vs. Panama 3:30 pm
Dominican Republic vs. Puerto Rico 8:30 pm

Games for Sunday, February 4:

Panama vs. Nicaragua 10:30 am
Puerto Rico vs. Venezuela 3:30 pm
Mexico vs Dominican Republic 8:30 pm

Games for Monday, February 5:

Nicaragua vs. Curacao 10:30 am
Venezuela vs. Mexico 3:30 pm
Puerto Rico vs. Panama 8:30 pm

Games for Tuesday, February 6:

Mexico vs. Nicaragua 10:30 am
Curacao vs. Dominican Republic 3:30 pm
Panama vs Venezuela 8:30 pm

Games for Wednesday, February 7:

Curaçao vs. Puerto Rico 10:30 am
Dominican Republic vs. Panama 3:30 pm
Nicaragua vs. Venezuela 8:30 pm

Games for Thursday, February 8:

Semifinal B
Third place vs. second place, 3:30 pm

Semifinal A
Fourth place vs. first place, 8:30 p.m.

Games for Friday, February 9:

For third place
Loser of semi-final A vs. loser of semifinal B, 3:30 p.m.

Final
Winner of semi-final A vs. semi-final B winner, 8:30 p.m.

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What teams will participate in the Caribbean Series?
The seven representatives in the most important baseball tournament in the region are:

Curaçao National Team (Guest)
Nicaragua National Team (Guest)
Naranjeros de Hermosillo (Mexico)
Federales de Chiriquí (Panama)
Criollos de Caguas (Puerto Rico)
Tigres del Licey ( Dominican Republic)
Sharks of La Guaira (Venezuela)

COLUMBIA & CUBA WERE NOT INVITED.

Columbia was the 2022 Caribbean Series Champions
Colombia defeating the Dominican Republic, 4-1,

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2024 Caribbean Series: Venezuela roster and schedule

After a 37-year drought, the Tiburones de la Guaira have won the Venezuelan league, and with it a berth to the 2024 Caribbean Series.

Jeffrey MayJeffrey MayJeff_DiarioAS

Update: Jan 31st, 2024 01:28 EST

Excitement in the Venezuelan state of La Guaira, as Governor Jose Alejandro Teran declared Monday a holiday after the Tiborones de la Guaira won the Venezuelan league for the first time in 37 years.

One of Venezuela’s original great clubs, the Tiburones, was founded in 1962 when the Licoreros del Pampero were sold and rebranded the Tiburones, and this marks their eighth win in that large trajectory. However, The last time they raised the cup was in 1985.

Venezuela 2024 Caribbean Series Roster

Pitchers

Angel Padron
Anthony Castro
Arnaldo Hernandez
Carlos Suniaga
David Reyes
Eduardo Paredes
Elvis Araujo
Emilio Vargas
Emilker Guzman
Eudis Idrogo
Jesus Pirela
Junior Guerra
Carlo Seijas
Luis Madero
Pedro Rodriguez
Ricardo Pinto
Tiago DaSilva
Wil Changarotty

Catchers

Francisco Arcia
Jose Briceno
Luis Torrens
Sebastian Rivero

Infielders

Alcides Escobar
Brayan Rocchio
Carlos Rivero
Ehire Addrianza
Leonardo Reginatto
Maikel Garcia
Wilson Garcia

Outfielders

Anthony Jimenez
Danry Vasquez
Franklin Barreto
Harold Ramirez
Lorenzo Cedrola
Ronald Acuña Jr.
Yasiel Puig

Manager

Ozzie Guillen

On day one of the competition, the Tiburones will kick off their campaign in Miami against the Tigres del Licey from the Dominican Republic.

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LVBP: Look at Brayan Rocchio's position on Miguel Rojas

The shortstop of Guardianes de Cleveland and Tiburones de la Guaira, Brayan Rocchio , is one of the most outstanding prospects within his organization, thanks to his outstanding performance at such a young age and having the skills both on the offensive side and as a defensive player, something that he has been able to demonstrate in the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League (LVBP).

The 22-year-old player became one of the top players responsible for the success of the Guairista team, who won the title of champions in the 2023/2024 edition to end a drought of more than 37 years without achieving this important distinction in Creole baseball.

Likewise, he has repeatedly made clear his desire to play in Venezuela, since it is a tournament that allows him to continue developing his physical skills and gain even more experiences at a professional level in one of the best winter leagues.

As if that were not enough, within the Tiburones organization, he has the privilege of sharing with more established players on the field of play, as is the case with his position partner, Miguel Rojas, who is one of the best offensive players according to The experts.

This relationship as teammates in their country has allowed him to consider Rojas as a fundamental part of his development in baseball and what his presence means for his career. “The best mentor,” he posted on his X account.

Without a doubt, Oswaldo Guillen's current team has the peace of mind of knowing that they have the present and the future of one of the most complex and demanding positions, such as short stops.

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February 3, 2024

PLACE      TEAM                                 WINS        LOSSES
1                Venezuela                                  2                 0       
2                Panama                                      2                 0
3                Dominican Republic                2                 1
4                Puerto Rico                               2                 1
5               Curaçao                                      1                 2
6               Nicaragua                                   0                 2
7               Mexico                                        0                 3

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PLACE      TEAM                                 WINS        LOSSES
1                Venezuela                                  2                 0       
2                Panama                                      2                 0
3                Dominican Republic                2                 1
4                Puerto Rico                               2                 1
5               Curaçao                                      1                 2
6               Nicaragua                                   0                 2
7               Mexico                                        0                 3

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TEAM                                 WINS        LOSSES
Panama                                     5                 1
Venezuela                                 4                 1 
Dominican Republic               3                 3
Curaçao                                    3                 3

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Puerto Rico                              3                 3
Mexico                                      2                 4
Nicaragua                                 0                 5

After an intense week of high level baseball in Miami, we have the four semifinalists who will compete on Feb. 8 for a place in the final on Friday.

Curaçao has managed to hang on to get into Semifinals. Their stunning win today against Puerto Rico has given them a place in Semifinals and knocked out one of the favorites coming into the competition, Puerto Rico.

Panama and Venezuela have also clinched spots in the semifinals. They will be joined by the Dominican Republic in the final four, which takes place tomorrow, Thursday, Feb. 8.

As Panama and the Dominican Republic went head to head, it was two solo home runs that made the difference as Panama ground out a hard won win that sees them back on top of the heap, however briefly.

The Semifinals will take place on Thursday at 3 p.m. ET and 8 p.m. ET. The winning teams will move on to the final game on Friday at 8 p.m. ET and the losers will play for third place at 3 p.m.

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Caribbean Series draws record attendance numbers at loanDepot Park

2.7.2024

The Caribbean Series “has been a success so far,” with an attendance at loanDepot Park “that has exceeded 30,000 spectators and a massive response from the Miami fan base,” according to Jorde Ebro of the MIAMI HERALD. Marlins President of Business Operations Caroline O’Connor has been “one of the forces behind the idea of bringing the Caribbean Series to loanDepot Park” and even she “has been surprised by the reception from the fans, even though the event has not yet entered its main phase.” When it comes to this event opening the door for more winter league games in Miami, O’Connor said, “I think we’ve proven we have the fan bases here. People want to come; they want to have fun and support these teams. So we would love to have additional games during the year.” When asked how to turn this type of attendance into a benefit for the Marlins, O’Connor said they are “promoting the Opening Day.” O'Connor: “We hope they come back and join us because there will be many Caribbean players on March 28.” When asked if there's an option to host the Caribbean Series again, O’Connor said, “At some point in the future we would love to host a tournament again. I think it’s already been announced that it won’t be until 2028. So I think that would be the first opportunity. But yes, we would love to organize it again and we have told the [Caribbean Professional Baseball] Confederation” (MIAMI HERALD, 2/6).

ONE FOR THE RECORD BOOKS:

DOMINICAN TODAY noted Saturday's game between the Criollos de Caguas of Puerto Rico and the Tigres del Licey of the Dominican Republic “etched its place in the record books of the 75-year-old tournament,” attracting a “remarkable attendance of 35,972 spectators.” The game “stands as the most attended Caribbean Series game in the history of the event,” surpassing the previous record set last year during the match between Venezuela and Panama, which drew 35,691 spectators at the Simón Bolívar Stadium in Caracas. The average attendance per game during the first three full days of this edition of the Caribbean Series “has been an impressive 13,528 people, closely mirroring the Marlins’ average attendance in the 2023 season” (14,356) (DOMINICAN TODAY, 2/5).

Caribbean Series in Miami so far has had close games, largest crowd in event’s history

The Caribbean Series, held this year at Miami’s loanDepot park, is a little more than halfway through the round-robin portion of its tournament. All seven teams have played either three or four of their six games so far. The four teams with the best records after the round concludes Wednesday advance to the semifinals. And the early returns have been good. The games have been competitive, with six of 12 games played so far decided by two runs or fewer. The crowds have been boisterous, including one game setting the record for highest attendance in Caribbean Series history. And expect things to amplify even more when the tournament moves to the semifinals on Thursday and then the championship and third-place games on Friday.

For now, here are some of the highlights through the first four days.

THE MAIN THREE TEAMS HAVE DRAWN BIG CROWDS

As one would expect, the three round-robin games that featured any combination of the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico and Venezuela have drawn the largest crowds so far in the tournament.

The Dominican Republic’s 5-2 win over Puerto Rico on Saturday night had an announced crowd of 35,972 — the largest attendance for a single game in Caribbean Series history.

Meanwhile, Puerto Rico’s 6-2 win over Venezuela on Sunday afternoon drew 32,092.

Venezuela’s 3-1 win over the Dominican Republic, the nightcap on Thursday, had an announced attendance of 27,338. That’s a combined 95,402 over those three games.

The other nine games of the tournament so far? The crowd has been noticeably lighter. Four had announced attendances below 10,000 and the average announced attendance for those nine was just 9,455.

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ANGEL PADRON LAUNCHES FIRST “NO-HITTER” IN THE CARIBBEAN SERIES IN SECOND STAGE

07/02/2024

Miami, United States (CBPC Press).- The left-handed Angel Padrón, pitcher for the Tiburones de la Guaira, from Venezuela, was filled with joy last night by throwing a “no-hitter” against Nicaragua by defeating them 9-0, in the last game of the sixth day of the 66th Caribbean Series held at the LoanDepot Park, in a great closing of the regular round of the Caribbean tournament.

The Venezuelan left-hander, who received solid support from his teammates who had 18 hits, worked the nine innings, did not allow hits or runs, granted one walk and struck out four.

Leading the Venezuelan offense were Herrera 5-3, with two RBIs, Tovar 5-2 with one RBI, Puig 4-2, Reginatto 4-3 and one RBI, Ramón Flores 4-2 with two RBIs .

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TEAM                                 WINS        LOSSES
Panama                                     5                 1
Venezuela                                 5                 1 
Dominican Republic               3                 3
Curaçao                                    3                 3

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Puerto Rico                              3                 3
Mexico                                      2                 4
Nicaragua                                 0                 6

Thursday
Feb 8
3:00 PM
Dominican Republic vs Panama

Thursday
Feb 8
8:00 PM
Curacao vs Venezuela

Friday
Feb 9
3:00 PM
SDC - Game 24 Third Place

Friday
Feb 9
8:00 PM
SDC - Game 25 Finals

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DOMINICAN BEATS PANAMA AND IS IN THE GRAND FINAL

08/02/2024

Miami, United States (CBPC Press).- With a refined and efficient offense, the Dominican squad took revenge on Panama and beat them in the first semifinal to the tune of 4-1. The victory allows them to advance to the championship round of this 66th edition of the Caribbean classic.

1st Lugo singled to center, Nunez scored, Lugo out stretching at second. Dom 1 Pan 0
3rd Bonifacio singled to center, Lake scored. Dom 2 Pan 0
3rd R. Hernández hit sacrifice fly to center, Bonifacio scored. Dom 3 Pan 0
6th Gutierrez singled to center, R. Hernández scored, Rivas to second. Dom 4 Pan 0
8th Herrera singled to center, Córdoba scored. Dom 4 Pan 1

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Now the Dominican Republic awaits the winner of tonight's gamel on Thursday to define the champion of the Caribbean Series. Venezuela faces Curacao, whoever wins will be in the championship game that will be held this Friday at the Loan Depot Park at 8:00 Miami time.

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Venezuela defeats Curacao and is in the final of the Caribbean Series

08/02/2024

MIAMI, Florida (CBC Press),-For the second consecutive year the final of the Caribbean Series will face Venezuela and the Dominican Republic. Tiburones de La Guaira defeated Curacao 6-2 and will go for the title of the 2024 edition before 20,459 parishioners at Loan Depot Park The team led by mentor Ozzie Guillén overcame a 0-2 deficit by rallying for three runs in the bottom of the fourth inning, thanks to RBI singles from right fielder Ramón Flores and catcher Luis Torrens. Los Tiburones advances to the final where they will face the current tournament champion Tigres de Licey.

1st Juri. Profar singled to right, Bernadina scored. Cur 1 Ven 0
4th Jure. Profar doubled to left, Rifaela scored. Cur 2 Ven 0
4th Flores singled to center, W. Ramos scored, Flores to second, Puig to third. Cur 2 Ven 1
4th Torrens singled to left, Puig scored and Flores scored. Cur 2 Ven 3
6th Flores doubled to left, W. Ramos scored. Cur 2 Ven 4
6th Reginatto doubled to left, Torrens scored and Flores scored. Cur 2 Ven 6

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-- Bob Feller

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