The Lions of the Chosen Ones have renewed with their key figures: Erik González, Sócrates Brito, Franchy Cordero, José Marmolejos and Alexander Colomé. These players, protagonists of the two-time championship in the 2025-26 tournament, will exercise their mutual option and grant the team the right of reserve for 2027-28.
Outstanding performance of Erik González and Sócrates Brito
Erik González, 34-year-old shortstop, shone with the Gold Glove and as the Man of the Year. In the regular season, he averaged .299, with an OPS of .759, 14 RBIs, 7 doubles and 25 runs scored in 44 games. In the playoffs, he batted .281 in 23 games, with 6 steals and 13 runs scored.Sócrates Brito, 33-year-old outfielder, recorded a .294 average in 45 regular-season games, 3 home runs, 25 RBIs and 9 steals. He clinched the title with a key play, repeating his feat from the previous year; in the postseason, .247 with 10 bases stolen.
Contributions of Franchy Cordero and José Marmolejos
Franchy Cordero, 31 years old, tied his record of 5 home runs in 40 games, with a .263 average and .775 OPS. Along with Brito, he was part of the All-Tournament Team in the 2026 Caribbean Series in Guadalajara, where he led with 3 home runs and 1.267 OPS.José Marmolejos, also 33 years old, batted .269 in 26 regular-season games, with a streak of 11 consecutive hits (.395 average). In Round Robin, he produced 11 runs with a .787 OPS.
Alexander Colomé, the unbeatable closer of the Lions of the Chosen Ones
The relief pitcher Alexander Colomé, 37 years old, dominated the playoffs with 8.1 scoreless innings, 6 strikeouts and 2-0. Since 2024-25, he has accumulated 21.1 innings without a run in the postseason, with a WHIP of 0.98. These returns strengthen the Lions of the Chosen Ones, 18-time national champions and recent unbeaten in Caribbean Series.
Historical dependence on solid cores
Historically, the Lions of the Chosen Ones have relied on solid cores to win titles. González and Brito, with experience in Major Leagues, provide leadership; Cordero stands out in internationals, Marmolejos in hot streaks, and Colomé in crucial closings. The team is preparing more free agent signings to bolster the roster.
- Lions of the Chosen Ones: Two-time LIDOM champions 2025-26.
- Keys: Renewals by mutual option.
- Next: Imminent additional announcements.
The Lions of the Chosen Ones maintain their power with these retentions, positioning themselves as favorites in the Lidom.
