Fixtures
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
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| 11/01 23:30 | - |
Tigres del Licey vs Gigantes del Cibao
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| 11/01 23:30 | - |
Toros del Este vs Leones del Escogido
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| 11/02 23:30 | - |
Tigres del Licey vs Aguilas Cibaeñas
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| 11/02 23:30 | - |
Estrellas Orientales vs Leones del Escogido
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| 11/03 20:00 | - |
Leones del Escogido vs Toros del Este
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| 11/03 20:00 | - |
Aguilas Cibaeñas vs Tigres del Licey
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| 11/03 21:00 | - |
Estrellas Orientales vs Gigantes del Cibao
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| 11/04 20:00 | - |
Leones del Escogido vs Tigres del Licey
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| 11/04 21:00 | - |
Gigantes del Cibao vs Aguilas Cibaeñas
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| 11/04 21:00 | - |
Toros del Este vs Estrellas Orientales
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| 11/05 23:30 | - |
Tigres del Licey vs Estrellas Orientales
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| 11/05 23:30 | - |
Aguilas Cibaeñas vs Leones del Escogido
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Results
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
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| 10/31 23:30 | - |
Toros del Este vs Aguilas Cibaeñas
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| 10/31 23:00 | - |
Estrellas Orientales vs Gigantes del Cibao
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| 10/30 23:30 | - |
Aguilas Cibaeñas vs Estrellas Orientales
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1-9 |
| 10/30 23:30 | - |
Toros del Este vs Tigres del Licey
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6-8 |
| 10/30 23:00 | - |
Leones del Escogido vs Gigantes del Cibao
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6-0 |
| 10/29 23:30 | - |
Tigres del Licey vs Toros del Este
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4-3 |
| 10/29 23:30 | - |
[3] Estrellas Orientales vs Aguilas Cibaeñas
[6]
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3-4 |
| 10/29 23:15 | - |
[5] Gigantes del Cibao vs Leones del Escogido
[1]
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1-7 |
| 10/28 23:30 | - |
Aguilas Cibaeñas vs Estrellas Orientales
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6-4 |
| 10/27 21:00 | - |
Toros del Este vs Leones del Escogido
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4-9 |
| 10/27 21:00 | - |
Gigantes del Cibao vs Estrellas Orientales
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11-13 |
| 10/27 21:00 | - |
Aguilas Cibaeñas vs Tigres del Licey
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0-3 |
Wikipedia - Dominican Professional Baseball League
The Dominican Republic Professional Baseball League (Spanish: Liga de Béisbol Profesional de la República Dominicana or LIDOM) is a professional baseball winter league consisting of six teams spread across the Dominican Republic; it is the highest level of professional baseball played in the Dominican Republic. The league's players include many prospects that go on to play Major League Baseball in the United States while also signing many current MLB veterans. The champion of LIDOM advances to play in the yearly Caribbean Series.
Each team plays a fifty-game round-robin schedule that begins in mid October and runs to the end of December. The top four teams engage in another round-robin schedule with 18 games per team from the end of December to the end of January; the top two teams in those standings then play a best-of-nine series for the national title. The league's champion advances to the Caribbean Series to play against the representatives from Mexico, Venezuela, Colombia, Panama and Puerto Rico.
History
For his close involvement in the Dominican league's establishment and early development, Pedro Miguel Caratini has been called "the father of Dominican baseball".
Four amateur clubs established in the early 1900s still exist today, and form the foundation of Dominican professional baseball: Tigres del Licey in 1907, Estrellas Orientales in 1911, Leones del Escogido in 1921, and Sandino (later renamed Águilas Cibaeñas) in 1937.
During the years 1930-1963, military dictator General Rafael Trujillo can be credited with furthering the sport of baseball in Dominican Republic. Trujillo encouraged many sugar refineries to create teams of cane cutting laborers to play baseball during the idle months of cultivation. Fostering high levels of competition, the organization structure continued to mature stimulating growth in the intensity and popularity of the game.
In 1937, teams of the Dominican Republic signed a large number of players from the Negro leagues of the United States. These players were given large salaries by Dominican men with money and political power. Among these players were baseball stars James Thomas "Cool Papa" Bell and Satchel Paige. However, these contracts exhausted team finances, leading to a decline of Dominican baseball until 1950.
The LIDOM tournament brings together six teams, each representing a different region of the Dominican Republic. These teams include the Águilas Cibaeñas, Tigres del Licey, Leones del Escogido, Estrellas Orientales, Toros del Este, and Gigantes del Cibao. Each team is composed of a mix of local Dominican players and international talent, making for an exciting and diverse competition.
The tournament takes place over several months, typically starting in October and culminating in a thrilling championship series in January. The games are played in various stadiums throughout the country, including the iconic Estadio Quisqueya in Santo Domingo and Estadio Cibao in Santiago.
Dominican Republic LIDOM is renowned for its passionate fan base, with baseball being a beloved sport in the country. The stadiums are often filled with enthusiastic supporters, creating an electric atmosphere that adds to the excitement of the games. Fans come dressed in team colors, waving flags, and chanting in support of their favorite players and teams.
The tournament not only serves as a platform for showcasing the immense talent of Dominican baseball players but also acts as a stepping stone for many players to gain recognition and potentially secure contracts with Major League Baseball (MLB) teams. Numerous MLB stars, such as David Ortiz, Robinson Canó, and José Bautista, have honed their skills in the LIDOM before making their mark on the international stage.
In addition to the thrilling on-field action, the Dominican Republic LIDOM also offers a vibrant cultural experience. The tournament provides an opportunity to indulge in delicious local cuisine, enjoy lively music and dance performances, and immerse oneself in the vibrant Dominican culture.
Overall, the Dominican Republic LIDOM is a must-see event for baseball enthusiasts and sports fans alike. With its high level of competition, passionate fan base, and rich cultural experience, the tournament truly embodies the spirit and love for baseball in the Dominican Republic.