Leif Skodnick – World Baseball Network | Sep 11th, 2025 6:48am EDT
Score early and often and you’ve got a good chance to win a baseball game.
The Diablos Rojos del Mexico did just that in game one of the Serie del Rey, the championship series of the Liga Mexicana de Beisbol, getting three runs in the first and four in the second and holding on to take an 8-4 win at home.
After Carlos Sepulveda led off the bottom of the first with a single, he stole second and then scored when Allen Cordoba laced the second pitch he saw off the right field wall for an RBI double. Cordoba advanced to third on a ground out by Robinson Cano, then scored when Julian Ornelas grounded out to first base. Jose Marmolejos launched a solo homer into the right field bullpen to give the Diablos a 3-0 lead.
The red attack is sealed 🔴
José Marmolejos 👹 He sends her to fly and with a home run 💥 ends the rally #Cienañosiendoelrey 👑 pic.twitter.com/1LDUVm3Xsn
– Mexican Baseball League (@igamexbeis) September 11, 2025
An inning later, the Reds kept hitting. Sepulveda’s singled to center and the ball was bobbled by Charros’ center fielder Mallex Smith, allowing Sepulveda to get to second and Juan Carlos Gamboa to get to third while Carlos Perez scampered home to make it 4-0. After Allen Cordoba walked to load the bases with one out, Cano’s ground out to first scored Carlos Perez from third to give the Reds a 5-0 lead. Julian Ornelas followed with a single to right that scored Sepulveda and Cordoba and end the night for Charros starter Luis Payan.
Payan, who had allowed eight runs on 17 hits with 26 strikeouts and nine walks with a 0.890 WHIP, lasted just 1 2/3 innings, allowing seven runs, all earned, on seven hits with a walk and two strikeouts.
The Charros got on the board in the fourth when Willie Calhoun’s seventh homer of the playoffs cleared the wall in right field to make it a 7-1 game. An inning later, Mallex Smith’s two-run double scored Josh Fuentes and Alfredo Hurtado to cut the Diablos’ lead to 7-3. With runners at the corners, Mateo Gil hit a hot shot to third that the Diablos’ Rio Ruiz couldn’t corral, allowing Smith to score from third to make it 7-4.
Four relievers from the Diablos’ bullpen combined to allow four hits and a walk over the final 4 1/3 innings, shutting down the Charros and securing a 1-0 series lead. Diablos starter Ricardo Pinto allowed four runs, three of them earned, on five hits in 4 2/3 innings, striking out five and walking one.
A seventh-inning ground out by Carlos Perez scored Marmolejos to make it 8-4 Mexico.
Game two of the series is tonight at Estadio Alfredo Harp Helu in Mexico City, with Justin Courtney starting for the Diablos Rojos against Zac Grotz for the Charros.
Where to Watch – All LMB games can be streamed live on MLB.tv for a fee. Games one and two will be streamed live on YouTube by Claro Sports.
2025 King Schedule series
All times Eastern Daylight Time
* – If necessary
September 10
Red Devils of Mexico 8, Charros de Jalisco 4
Live Stream on YouTube via Claro Sports
September 11
9 PM – Charros de Jalisco AT Red Devils of Mexico – Game 2
Live Stream on YouTube via Claro Sports
September 13
8 pm – Red Devils of Mexico At Charros de Jalisco – Game 3
September 14
7 PM – Red Devils of Mexico At Charros de Jalisco – Game 4
September 15
9:30 pm – Red Devils of Mexico At Charros de Jalisco – Game 5*
September 17
9 PM – Charros de Jalisco AT Red Devils of Mexico – Game 6*
September 18
9 PM – Charros de Jalisco AT Red Devils of Mexico – Game 7*
Photo: Jose Marmolejos of the Red Devils of Mexico Homered for the Red Devils in the Second Inning of Game One of the King Series. (Photo Courtesy of the Red Devils of Mexico)
key Matchup Statistics: Diablos Rojos vs. Charros de jalisco – Game 1
To further illustrate the key moments and performances, here’s a statistical breakdown of Game 1, highlighting pivotal data points:
| Statistic | Diablos Rojos del Mexico | Charros de Jalisco |
| :——————– | :———————-: | :—————-: |
| runs Scored | 8 | 4 |
| Hits | 7 | 5 |
| Errors | 1 | 1 |
| Left on Base | 7 | 6 |
| Walks | 2 | 1 |
| Strikeouts | 2 | 5 |
| RBI | 8 | 4 |
| Stolen Bases | 1 | 0 |
| Home Runs | 1 | 1 |
| Pitching – IP | 4 2/3 | 1 2/3 |
| Pitching – ERA | 5.87 | 37.80 |
Key Takeaways: The Diablos Rojos’ early offensive explosion proved decisive.Their ability to capitalize on opportunities, fueled by timely hitting and an aggressive approach, secured the win. the Charros, despite a late rally, struggled to overcome the early deficit. Pitching performance by luis Payan was a important factor, with his high ERA in a short outing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
To enhance reader engagement and SEO, here’s a FAQ section addressing common questions about the game and the league:
Q: What is the Serie del Rey?
A: The Serie del Rey is the championship series of the Liga Mexicana de Beisbol (LMB), the top professional baseball league in Mexico. The series pits the two best teams from the regular season against each other, culminating in a best-of-seven series to determine the league champion.
Q: Where can I watch LMB games?
A: LMB games, including the Serie del Rey, can be streamed live on MLB.tv for a fee. Many games are also streamed live on YouTube by Claro Sports [[relevant url]].
Q: Who are some of the key players to watch in the series?
A: Based on Game 1, keep an eye on key players like Carlos Sepulveda, Allen Cordoba, and Jose Marmolejos from the Diablos Rojos del Mexico, and Willie Calhoun of the Charros de Jalisco. These players have demonstrated significant impact in the early stages of the series.
Q: What is the meaning of winning Game 1?
A: Winning the first game of a series is always beneficial, as it sets the tone and gives the winning team a psychological edge. In a best-of-seven series, the ability to quickly establish dominance is crucial.
Q: What stats are most critically important in a baseball game?
A: While many stats capture performance, key factors include runs scored, hits, errors, pitching ERA, strikeouts, and home runs. Run production is the most obvious, while solid defensive performance, effective pitching and timely hitting can make all the difference.
Q: How does this series compare to other major baseball leagues?
A: The LMB, while not as widely known as Major League Baseball (MLB), is a professional league with a growing global following. The quality of play is high, with many talented players competing, and teams frequently feature players with MLB experience. Check out the latest MLB leaders for 2025 [[1]] and the baseball stats from BR Bullpen [[2]]
Q: Where can I find more detailed stats for this series?
A: Baseball-Reference.com is an excellent resource for detailed baseball statistics,including cumulative batting stats for the 2025 season [[3]] . You can often find play-by-play data, player stats, standings, and more.
