Background and Significance of the Teams
The 2025 Liga Mexicana de Beisbol (LMB) championship will have a historical impact on either Charros de Jalisco or Diablos Rojos del México. Both teams are striving for great achievements, led by experienced managers Benjamín Gil and Lorenzo Bundy.
Charros de Jalisco’s Quest for Historical First
Charros de Jalisco aims to become the first team ever to win both the winter (Liga Mexicana del Pacífico) and summer (LMB) titles in the same year. They recently clinched the Liga Mexicana del Pacífico (LMP) title in January, defeating Tomateros de Culiacán and earning a spot in the Caribbean Series, where they became runners-up to Leones del Escogido (Dominican Republic).
Diablos Rojos del México’s Pursuit of Back-to-Back Titles
Diablos Rojos del México seeks to be the first team in 15 years to win consecutive LMB titles, as Saraperos de Saltillo’s last back-to-back championships were in 2009 and 2010. The team broke a decade-long drought in the 2024 LMB season under current manager Lorenzo Bundy, who had not won a title since 2014.
Pre-Series del Rey Context and Quotes
The Series del Rey 2025 begins on September 10th at the Alfredo Harp Helú Stadium in Mexico City, with game three moving to Guadalajara’s Panamericano Stadium. Luis González, Charros’ general manager, expressed his team’s excitement and pride in reaching the Series del Rey during LMB’s 100th anniversary, facing a historically significant opponent like Diablos.
Jorge Del Valle, Diablos’ vice president, acknowledged Charros’ consistent success in both summer and winter leagues. He emphasized Diablos’ journey of clear goals, learning from defeats, and now experiencing the rewards of their hard work.
Managerial Ambitions and Team Histories
Lorenzo Bundy, aiming to make history as a manager, has already achieved two LMB titles with Diablos Rojos del México in 1987 and 1988. He stated that he doesn’t tire of winning, emphasizing the dedication required to succeed in baseball.
Benjamín Gil, Charros’ manager, shared his ambition for consecutive titles in both winter and summer leagues. He highlighted his addiction to winning across all levels, including a potential fourth consecutive title in the 2026 Clásico Mundial.
Team Trajectories and Recent Achievements
Charros de Jalisco returned to LMB in 2024 after a 30-year absence. The González Íñigo family took charge, reversing a poor regular season in 2024 under Benjamín Gil’s and Miguel Solís’ (sports director) guidance. This year, Charros finished 6th in the regular season but have improved to reach the Series del Rey.
Diablos Rojos del México, on the other hand, has consistently ranked among the top teams in the South Zone since the beginning of the season.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the significance of this Series del Rey 2025? This series holds historical importance for both teams, as Charros de Jalisco aims to be the first team to win both winter and summer titles in the same year, while Diablos Rojos del México seeks back-to-back LMB championships.
- Who are the managers and what are their ambitions? Benjamín Gil (Charros de Jalisco) and Lorenzo Bundy (Diablos Rojos del México) are the experienced managers. Gil aims for consecutive titles in both winter and summer leagues, while Bundy seeks to make history as a manager.
- What are the teams’ recent achievements? Charros de Jalisco won the LMP in 2024 and reached the Caribbean Series runners-up. Diablos Rojos del México won the 2024 LMB title under Bundy’s leadership, ending a decade-long drought.
- What are the teams’ trajectories leading to the Series del Rey? Charros de Jalisco improved from a poor regular season in 2024 to reach the Series del Rey. Diablos Rojos del México has consistently ranked among the top teams in the South Zone.
