Mexico defeats Venezuela 14-6 in U-18 Baseball Americas Qualifier

The Mexican U-18 national baseball team defeated Venezuela 14-6 in their final game of the opening round of the 2026 Americas Qualifier. Despite the decisive victory, Mexico has been eliminated from the tournament.

Mexico secured an early lead by scoring eight runs in the first two innings. Alex Tolosa contributed significantly with a two-run home run in the first inning and an RBI single in the second. Alejandro Rivas also drove in runs through a single and a double, capitalizing on defensive errors by Venezuela.

Venezuela attempted a comeback, scoring four runs in the first inning highlighted by a Misael Sánchez home run, and later adding two more via a Fermín Calderón home run in the second. However, Mexican relief pitcher José Sánchez stabilized the game, followed by Alejandro Rubio, who earned the save with three scoreless innings.

Mexico finishes the opening round with a 1-2 record. While Nicaragua and Venezuela both advance to the Super Round from Group B, Mexico and Cuba have been eliminated from contention.