The IV Cuban Elite Baseball League wraps up its third series of matchups today, with the Industriales Lions pursuing a sweep in Holguín while other contests could significantly reshape the standings.

At Calixto García Stadium, the Lions arrive with their offense firing on all cylinders and momentum firmly on their side after winning five consecutive games, including three commanding victories over the Holguín Puppies.

Their latest statement came in a 16-2 mercy-rule triumph, effectively decided in the opening inning after Industriales erupted for seven runs. The visitors unleashed a relentless offensive attack and capitalized on Holguín’s defensive struggles throughout the contest.

Home runs by Yoangel La O and Jonathan Bridón — the latter delivering a grand slam — along with two long balls from Yaser Julio González, the league leader with six, highlighted a performance that underscored the dominance of the capital club, which has produced 32 hits and 24 runs during the series.

Industriales will hand the ball today to unbeaten right-hander Carlos Manuel Cuesta (2-0), while Holguín counters with Carlos Alberto Santiesteban (1-1), who faces the difficult task of slowing down the powerful Industriales lineup and preventing a sweep.

Elsewhere, in San José de las Lajas, the Mayabeque Hurricanes and Las Tunas Lumberjacks will continue their series after splitting Wednesday’s doubleheader, with both teams showcasing offensive potential alongside inconsistency on the mound.

Mayabeque claimed the suspended game 5-1 behind a strong outing from Héctor Bermúdez, but later dropped the second contest 6-3 as Las Tunas responded with a balanced offensive effort fueled by nine hits and key contributions from Yudier Rondón and the Alarcón brothers.

Today’s pitching matchup will feature Luis Miguel Vásquez (0-0) for Mayabeque against Eliander Bravo (0-0) for Las Tunas in a game that could shift the balance in the middle of the standings.

Meanwhile, the Matanzas Crocodiles and Artemisa Hunters are expected to attempt a doubleheader after rain forced the postponement of games on two consecutive days. Daniel García (0-0) and Sammy Benítez (1-1) are scheduled to start.

The standings currently place Industriales atop the table at 8-3, followed by Artemisa (5-4), Las Tunas (6-5), Holguín (5-6), Matanzas (4-5), and Mayabeque (3-8), as the tournament continues to intensify with every game played.