Rimini secures Serie A promotion while Italian baseball playoffs heat up

The Serie B baseball championship concluded with Rimini edging out Porto Sant'Elpidio for a Serie A playoff spot. Both teams finished level on points and head‑to‑head results, so the tie‑break was decided by the TQB calculation, which favored Rimini. President Sagripanti praised the season’s effort and highlighted the development of young talent, noting the club will build on the strong foundation for next year.

In the Serie A quarter‑finals, the Reggio Rays defeated Parma Clima 5‑3, extending the series to a decisive fourth game. Key contributions came from pitcher Guerrero, who earned the win, and hitters Leonora and Mineo, who delivered crucial extra‑base hits. The match featured several defensive lapses on both sides but kept the playoff race alive.