The Dominican Republic showed off some of their offensive prowess to defeat Venezuela 9-3 in the WBC. Robinson Cano had three hits and three RBI, and Hanley Ramirez added a home run to lead the Dominican team. After jumping out to a 3-0 lead off of Venezuelan starter and Anibal Sanchez the game was halted due to rain for 50 minutes.
Once the game resumed both starters had left the game and the Dominican team added two runs off Cesar Jimenez and four off Jhoulys Chacin. Pablo Sandoval doubled in two of Venezuela’s three runs. Miguel Cabrera was quiet, going 0-for-4 with a walk. The Dominican offense got four hits from Jose Reyes and two RBI apiece from Nelson Cruz and Alejandro De Aza.
The victory should give the Dominican Republic smooth sailing into round two. Spain and Puerto Rico are the next game up in Pool C on Friday. Saturday will feature the Dominican Republic versus Spain and Puerto Rico versus Venezuela.
