Lumberjacks Force Game 7

Las Tunas Edges Villa Clara in Ten-Inning Thriller to Extend Series
In a dramatic game that extended to ten innings and was decided by the Schiller Rule, the Las Tunas Lumberjacks defeated the Villa Clara Sugar Growers five runs to four today, forcing a seventh and decisive game in the quarterfinals of the 64th National Baseball Series.

Speed and Late-Game Grit Secure Victory
Relying on speed on the bases and the risk of a late-game rally, the home team summoned an epic performance at the Julio Antonio Mella Stadium to aid a lumber-producing lineup that remains unproductive, having managed just three hits in 13 opportunities with runners in scoring position—a factor that complicates their outlook.

Keniel Ferraz earned the win with a reliable relief appearance, as has been his custom throughout the tournament, despite allowing a pair of runs from the visitors in the extra inning. Conversely, Dairon Casanova, who did not allow such damage, was charged with the loss.

Starters Deliver Strong Outings
Both starting pitchers, Eliánder Bravo for Las Tunas and Randy Cueto for Villa Clara, met the demands of the moment, although little of the duel they staged at the so-called "Balcony of the East" will remain on the stat sheet.

Series Decider Set for Thursday
These two teams will play the final chapter of this emotionally charged matchup tomorrow, Thursday, beginning at 1:30 PM.