Cardenales de Lara (7-7) leveled their weekly record at 3-3 this Sunday after beating Águilas del Zulia (5-9) 4-3 in extra innings. The match took place at the Antonio Herrera Gutiérrez stadium in Barquisimeto.
The most valuable player was Jermaine Palacios, going 3-for-5 with the hit to leave the raptors on the field in the duel between birds of the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League (LVBP), reported David Villarroel, a member of the press department. from Lara.
The victory went to the left-handed Edwin Escobar (1-0), while the setback went to the right-handed Silvino Bracho (1-1).
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The Larenses saw their offense controlled by predatory pitching, hitting only five hits in 10 innings.
The running movement started in the fourth inning, when a ball with bases loaded to Hendrik Clementina brought one to the plate, one turn later, a walk to Jecksson Flores brought the other for the Larenses.
In the seventh, back-to-back home runs off Geoff Broussard tied the score. Later, in the tenth inning, the Zulians brought one to the plate with a single by Gabriel Martínez, so that at the end of the inning, Jermaine Palacios hit the double with bases loaded that would leave them on the field.
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On the pitching side, starter Brayan Pérez pitched for three complete innings, leaving, allowing only one hit and fanning three rivals. The work of the Carabobeño was relieved by Luis Oviedo (1.2 IP, 0 H, 0 CL), Yosber Sánchez (1.1 IP, 0 H, 0 CL), Geoff Broussard (1.0 IP, 2 H, 2 CL), Brian McKenna (2.0 , 0 H, 0 CL, 2 SO) and Edwin Escobar (1.0 IP, 1 H, 1 CL).
The Cardinals finish the week with three wins in a row, something that gives them a boost in the 2024-2025 campaign.
The Larenses return to action next Tuesday, when they face Águilas del Zulia in a two-game series at the Luis Aparicio “El Grande” in Maracaibo.
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**Interview with Jermaine Palacios, MVP of the Cardenales de Lara Game**
**Host:** Welcome, Jermaine! Congratulations on being named the MVP in your latest game against Águilas del Zulia. How does it feel to contribute significantly to the team’s win?
**Jermaine Palacios:** Thank you! It feels amazing to help the team secure the victory, especially in such a close match. Every win counts, and I’m just glad I could do my part.
**Host:** The game went into extra innings. What was going through your mind during that tense moment?
**Jermaine Palacios:** Extra innings always bring a mix of excitement and pressure. I focused on staying calm and doing what I know best. It’s all about trusting my training and teammates during those crucial moments.
**Host:** You went 3-for-5 at the plate. What was working for you today?
**Jermaine Palacios:** I’ve been working on my swing and keeping my eye on the ball. I felt confident and made adjustments as needed. It’s a team effort; we support each other out there.
**Host:** With this win, you leveled your record for the week. How do you feel about the team’s performance overall so far this season?
**Jermaine Palacios:** We’ve had our ups and downs, but we are learning and growing together. This win gives us momentum, and I believe we can build on it as the season progresses. We just need to keep pushing forward.
**Host:** What are you looking forward to in the upcoming games?
**Jermaine Palacios:** I’m looking forward to maintaining our energy and focus. We have a great group of guys, and I think we can string together some winning streaks if we keep playing our game.
**Host:** Great insights, Jermaine! Thank you for taking the time to speak with us, and best of luck in your next games!
**Jermaine Palacios:** Thank you for having me! I appreciate the support.
Reparation. I knew I had to stay focused and patient at the plate. When the opportunity arose with the bases loaded, I just concentrated on making solid contact and getting a good pitch to hit. Thankfully, it worked out in our favor!
**Host:** The team’s offense seemed to be struggling for much of the game. How did you rally your teammates to overcome that challenge and secure the win?
**Jermaine Palacios:** It’s all about believing in each other. Even when we weren’t hitting well, we kept our heads high and reminded each other that one swing can change the game. We had faith that someone would come through, and I was just lucky enough to be the one today.
**Host:** You had a standout performance, going 3-for-5, including that crucial double. Can you describe the moment you hit that double and your thoughts as you ran the bases?
**Jermaine Palacios:** When I hit that ball, I felt an adrenaline rush. I knew it was important for our team. Running the bases, I just focused on getting home as fast as I could and helping my teammates celebrate. It was an incredible feeling to be the one to end the game.
**Host:** Your team has now won three games in a row. How does that momentum feel heading into your next series against Águilas del Zulia?
**Jermaine Palacios:** Momentum is huge! Winning breeds confidence, and that’s exactly what we need as we look ahead. We’re looking to carry this energy into our next games and keep the winning streak going.
**Host:** Great insights! Jermaine, best of luck in the upcoming games, and congratulations again on the MVP award.
**Jermaine Palacios:** Thank you! I appreciate it. Looking forward to the next challenge!
