“Balbineitor” drove in six runs against La Guaira, which is his personal high in a match /Photo: LVBP Press
The slugger Balbino Fuenmayor brought out his power and commanded the triumph of Caribes de Anzoátegui 10-4 over Tiburones de La Guaira, in a duel played on Tuesday, October 29 at the Jorge Luis García Carneiro stadium in Macuto, a coastal town.
Fuenmayor hit a bases-loaded home run to become the Aboriginal player with the most hits of this type (four) in franchise history. He left behind figures such as Magglio Ordóñez, José Francisco Malavé and Dennis Phipps (three each).
In total, the man from Carabob drove in six runs, his personal high, and reached 300 RBIs in his career in the Venezuelan Professional Baseball League (LVBP). It was vital for La Tribu to get its seventh award of the campaign and climb to third place in the table.
Offensive downpour
The challenge held on Guairense soil started favorably for the home team, who scored two lines in the first episode against opener Miguel Cienfuegos and one more in the second act.
With the score 3-0, the salty starter Elvis Araujo got complicated in the third chapter. With the bases congested he gave a ticket to Herlis Rodríguez so that Caribes could break the zero on the electronic, then he dominated Willians Astudillo but that was as far as his work went.
Manager Oswaldo Guillén gave the ball to reliever Pedro Echemendia, but he received the grand slam from “Balbineitor” to turn the score 5-3.
In the fourth inning the torrid Anzoatiguense offensive continued. Wilmer Pérez scored one with a single, Fuenmayor produced two more with a double to center field and Romer Cuadrado drove in the fourth of the episode and ninth of the match for the orientals with a hit to the right field.
Square Towed
Cuadrado boosted Caribes’ tenth with a grounder into a double play that allowed Astudillo to score. In the ninth episode the Litoralenses scored one for the final score of 10-4.
For the indigenous troop, Fuenmayor stood out by going 3-for-5 with a single, double and home run; one run scored and six RBIs. In this match, the young man from Sucre also made his debut, José Fernández, who went 2-for-4 with a triple and a couple of runs scored.
Miguel Cienfuegos was finally able to straighten his path after a hesitant start and claimed the award (1-0). Elvis Araujo (1-1) took the loss.
General classification
Caribes has a record of seven conquests and six setbacks, which places them in third position in the qualifying table, two games behind the lead, occupied by La Guaira.
Those led by Morgan Ensberg have a record of six wins and one loss in the last seven games. This Wednesday they will seek to extend the good moment when they visit Navegantes del Magallanes at the José Bernardo Pérez stadium in Valencia.
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**Interview with Balbino Fuenmayor, LVBP Star and Record-Setter**
**Editor:** Welcome, Balbino! Congratulations on your incredible performance against La Guaira, where you not only hit your 71st home run but also reached a career milestone of 300 RBIs. How does it feel to achieve such personal highs in front of your fans?
**Balbino Fuenmayor:** Thank you! It feels amazing to contribute to my team’s success and to reach these milestones. The energy from the fans boosts my performance, and to hit a Grand Slam was just the cherry on top!
**Editor:** You now hold the record for the most Grand Slams in Caribes de Anzoátegui history. What does this accomplishment mean to you personally, and how does it feel to surpass names like Magglio Ordóñez?
**Balbino Fuenmayor:** It’s an honor. Those are legendary players, and to be mentioned alongside them is surreal. It motivates me to continue improving and to help the team win more games. I’m grateful for the journey and the support from my teammates and coaches.
**Editor:** Your recent game saw you drive in six runs. How did you maintain your focus and composure under pressure, especially with the bases loaded?
**Balbino Fuenmayor:** It’s all about mental preparation. I focus on each pitch, block out distractions, and trust in my training. When the bases are loaded, I know I have an opportunity to change the game, and I just let my instincts take over.
**Editor:** Your performance has helped Caribes de Anzoátegui climb to third place in the league standings. How important is it for the team to continue building momentum as the season progresses?
**Balbino Fuenmayor:** It’s crucial. Every game is important as we strive for the playoffs. We have a great group of players, and if we keep playing like this and supporting each other, I believe we can go far this season.
**Editor:** what’s next for you and the Caribes as you look towards the rest of the season?
**Balbino Fuenmayor:** We’ll keep working hard, stay focused, and take it one game at a time. Our goal is to stay competitive and earn a spot in the playoffs. I’m excited for what’s ahead, and I hope to keep making my mark!
**Editor:** Thank you for your time, Balbino, and best of luck for the remainder of the season!
**Balbino Fuenmayor:** Thank you! I appreciate the support!
