Matanzas ties head-to-head series against Industriales.
Armando Ferrer’s team recovered from two initial losses and defeated the Havana team by a score of nine runs to three.
The Matanzas Crocodiles defeated the Industriales Lions for the second consecutive day, tying the series at two wins apiece.
Armando Ferrer’s squad rebounded from their initial two losses, defeating the Havana team by a score of nine runs to three.
The Matanzas batters collected a total of 15 hits, backing up an excellent performance on the mound by left-hander Yoennis Yera, the manager’s choice to start the game.
The left-hander from the Martí municipality pitched six complete innings, allowing four hits and two earned runs, to earn the win and his second consecutive quality start.
Regarding his strong performance in the game, the starting pitcher for the Reds and Yellows noted that he focused on consistently leading off the batters and avoiding repeating pitches against a lineup of high-caliber players.
Despite not being at his peak condition after contracting the virus affecting a large part of the province’s population, the national team member stated his willingness to contribute to the Matanzas cause and the team’s goal of qualifying for the playoffs.
The Reptiles are currently in fourth place in the overall standings of the 64th National Baseball Series with a record of 33 wins and 21 losses, two games behind the league leader, Holguín, and half a game behind their current opponents.
Written by George Carlos Roger.
