The Charros de Jalisco etched their name into Caribbean baseball history with a dramatic 12–11 victory over the Tomateros de Culiacán in the final of the Caribbean Series, played Sunday at the Pan American Stadium in Guadalajara. The championship game delivered nonstop excitement, featuring momentum swings, clutch performances, and a tense extra-inning finish that kept fans on edge until the final out.
Jalisco appeared to be in full control early after building a commanding 9–1 lead, but the Tomateros refused to surrender. Showing resilience and offensive power, Culiacán mounted an extraordinary comeback, erasing the deficit and tying the game to force extra innings. With emotions running high and the home crowd fully engaged, the Charros remained composed in the tenth inning, taking advantage of two wild pitches by the opposing reliever, one of which allowed the decisive run to cross the plate.
The final was defined by intensity and strategy, with both teams combining for 27 hits in one of the most dramatic games in Caribbean Series history. Key contributions from players such as Julián Ornelas, Michael Wielansky, and Connor Hollis proved crucial for the Charros, delivering timely hits and defensive plays when it mattered most.
Under the leadership of manager Benjamín Gil, who finally captured his first Caribbean Series title after several previous attempts, the Charros achieved a long-awaited dream. Beyond the trophy, the victory represents a landmark moment for baseball in Jalisco, as the team became one of the few to win the prestigious tournament on home soil. The unforgettable final reinforced the Caribbean Series’ reputation for passion, rivalry, and elite-level baseball, leaving fans with a game that will be remembered for generations.
