Puerto Rico advances to Caribbean Series semifinals with win over Panama

Cangrejeros de Santurce rally with four-run sixth inning to defeat Federales de Chiriquí 8-3

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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The Cangrejeros de Santurce scored four runs in the sixth inning to complete a comeback and defeat the Federales de Chiriquí 8-3, securing their spot in the semifinals of the Caribbean Series in Guadalajara, Mexico.

Why it matters

The Caribbean Series is an annual baseball tournament featuring the champions of the professional winter leagues in the Caribbean region. Puerto Rico's victory over Panama marks their advancement to the semifinals, a significant achievement for the island nation's baseball program.

The details

After falling behind 3-4 early, the Cangrejeros de Santurce rallied with a four-run sixth inning to take an 8-3 lead, which they would hold on to for the victory. This win secures Puerto Rico's place in the semifinals of the prestigious Caribbean Series tournament.

  • The game took place on Thursday, February 6, 2026 in Guadalajara, Mexico.

The players

Cangrejeros de Santurce

The baseball team representing Santurce, Puerto Rico in the Caribbean Series.

Federales de Chiriquí

The baseball team representing Chiriquí, Panama in the Caribbean Series.

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The takeaway

Puerto Rico's victory over Panama in the Caribbean Series demonstrates the strength of the island's baseball program and its continued competitiveness on the regional stage.