December 11, 2024 at 12:00 PM
Fall/Winter Roundup: Rivera shines for Santurce
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Roberto Clemente Professional Baseball League (Puerto Rico)
Nobody from the organization was selected to the circuit's All-Star game on Sunday, but all four players did see game action this week. Eduardo Rivera (pictured) turned in a strong start for Santurce on Friday, allowing just one run on two hits across five innings against Mayaguez, striking out nine against two walks. He departed with a 4-1 lead that the bullpen could not hold, resulting in a no decision. Brian Van Belle got the start on Monday for Caguas, taking the loss with six runs on nine hits in three innings. He pitched out of the bullpen Friday, allowing one run in two innings. Mickey Gasper (Caguas) was 1 for 4 in his onlly appearance of the week, while Juan Montero was 2 for 4 with a strikeout on Saturday for Ponce.
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Dominican Winter League
Enmanuel Valdez was the only player in action in the Dominican this week. The infielder appeared in four games for Estrellas, making three starts. He was 1 for 13 with three walks (one intentional), bringing his line to .175/.274/.272 on the season. Bryan Gonzalez (Escogido) did not appear in a game.
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Venezuelan Professional Baseball League
Bryan Mata made one outing for Magallanes, pitching a scoreless fourth inning the the nightcap of Thursday's doubleheader.
Nicaraguan Professional Baseball League
No current Red Sox players are playing in Nicaragua, but readers may be interested in the All-Star rosters: former outfielders Rusney Castillo and Gilberto Jimenez were recognized. They were managed by Luis Sumoza (pictured), who played in the system from 2005 through 2008 and was dealt to Atlanta in the deal that brought Mark Kotsay to Boston.
Photo Credit: Eduardo Rivera, Luis Sumoza by Kelly O'Connor