The Cardenales de Lara defeated Magallanes del Caribe, extending Magallanes' winless streak in the opening games of the Venezuelan Winter Baseball League (LVBP). Relief pitcher Robinson Hernández earned the win (1-0) after Magallanes reliever Amílcar Chirinos took the loss (0-1), allowing four earned runs in one inning. Gustavo Rodríguez secured his second save of the season. This latest defeat adds to Magallanes’ difficulties in securing their first victory of the LVBP season. The game highlights early pitching struggles for Magallanes in their quest to contend in Venezuela.