Looking back to attack what lies ahead

With the first half of the season in the books, the defending champion takes stock: dominant pitching, an offense that woke up late but right on time, and fans who never stopped pushing at home.

“We knew defending the title would be harder than winning it,” the manager admits. “Every opponent gives us their best series. That has forced us to improve every day.”

The keys to the first stretch

A team ERA of 3.18, the best in the league, and the lead in home runs scored explain much of the current success. But inside the clubhouse, they insist that what matters starts now.

The team enters the final stretch with an advantage in the standings and a clear goal: reach the Round Robin with the pitching staff aligned and the offense in rhythm.