Águilas de Mexicali Defeat Charros de Jalisco 6-5 in LMP Semifinals Game 3
Zapopan, Mexico – January 15, 2026 – Águilas de Mexicali secured a thrilling 6-5 victory over Charros de Jalisco in Game 3 of the Liga Mexicana del Pacífico semifinals at Estadio Panamericano, leveling the best-of-seven series at 2-1. The Águilas capitalized on late-inning rallies, with key contributions from their offense and bullpen, while Charros struggled to maintain their early lead.
Game Summary
The match featured intense pitching duels and offensive bursts. Charros took an early lead but could not hold off Águilas’ comeback. Manny Bañuelos started strong for Charros, allowing only one run over six innings, but Águilas’ David Reyes faltered in relief. Tirso Ornelas drove in three runs for Charros with a home run and double, while Águilas’ Alex Mejía and Willie Calhoun provided clutch hits in the late innings.
Series Standings and Key Stats
| Series Game | Winner | Score | Series Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 (Jan 11) | Charros de Jalisco | 5-3 | 1-0 Charros |
| Game 2 (Jan 13) | Charros de Jalisco | 13-4 | 2-0 Charros |
| Game 3 (Jan 15) | Águilas de Mexicali | 6-5 | 2-1 Águilas |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next game in the series?
Game 4 is scheduled for January 17, 2026, at 3:30 AM UTC, with Águilas hosting at Nido de los Águilas.
Who are the key players to watch?
Tirso Ornelas for Charros and Alex Mejía for Águilas have been standout performers in the series.