Denis Peña, one of the pillars of the Lumberjacks' offensive line-up.

With a couple of proofs of their batting power, in the form of a five-scoring rally, the Lumberjacks defeated Matanzas 11-4 to extend their undefeated postseason run and set the path for the “Victoria de Girón” with the cup half full.

Las Tunas, Cuba.- The Las Tunas roster has undergone a metamorphosis during the first games since the so-called "low lineup" has taken on the responsibility of driving in, while the heavy artillery shows virtues to reach the bases. The ideal arguments for such affirmation are the performances of Yudier Rondón and Denis Peña by accumulating eight RBIs at the beginning of the semifinals, including the six this Friday.

Within a day of difference, reality changed completely. After a first third without runs and dominance from the box, both openers left the Both pitchers had to leave the mound before passing the halfway point of the game.

Eliánder Bravo showed his bravery once again with a long-distance curve that silenced the visit's batting for four episodes, but a hit and a walk, in the fifth inning, ended his stay on the mound.

Meanwhile, Renner Rivero, ultimately the defeated pitcher, received the red-green punishment in 3.1 innings. Nor could the quartet of relievers from the western bullpen stand up to the onslaught of the hosts.

Away from any media ties, Keniel Ferraz added a new performance of great quality and, at the same time, reached the third smile in the playoffs; nothing more and nothing less than half of the triumphs of the squad led by mentor Abeysi Pantoja.

Like a coin tossed, the local defense showed two sides: at times it dressed as a hero by making dangerous hits in outs, and on other occasions, it meant the bump in the path of the pitchers.

As of Monday, the "swamp" of the Crocodiles will witness the incidents at the cross with those of the Balcón del Oriente (Cuban Eastern Balcony). Would the duel return to Las Tunas? The truth is hidden in the seams of the ball.