Star Cuban pitcher Dariel Gongora has signed a two-year contract extension with Poviglio Baseball ASD, committing to the Platform-Tmc squad through the 2027 and 2028 seasons following a historic campaign that secured the club’s promotion to Serie A Gold, according to team announcements.
Extension Signed at Promotion Celebration
The formal agreement was reached during a club celebration held to honor Poviglio’s rise to Serie A Gold. Club president Andrea Giovanardi and the 34-year-old left-hander finalized the new terms before team staff, players, and leadership, ending rampant speculation and outside interest from rival rosters seeking to acquire the standout pitcher.
Dominant 2025 Statistics on the Mound
Gongora delivered one of the most statistically overwhelming pitching seasons in recent memory for the Italian club. Over 155 innings pitched, he recorded 21 wins against just 1 single defeat, posting a microscopic 1.04 ERA. Opponents managed only 66 hits and drew 46 walks while striking out 307 times against the Cuban ace.
His workload reached a peak during the promotion playoffs against Verona. Gongora threw 221 pitches across two complete games in two days, spanning 16 innings and collecting 28 total strikeouts to propel Poviglio forward.
Coaching Role With Youth Squads
Beyond his pitching duties on the Platform-Tmc roster, Gongora will transition part of his workload into youth development. The veteran pitcher is set to serve as a coach for Poviglio’s youth training divisions over the next two seasons, imparting technical preparation to the club’s youngest prospects.
The two-year extension keeps Gongora in Poviglio through the conclusion of the 2028 campaign, cementing the centerpiece of the club’s pitching rotation as they prepare for top-tier competition in Serie A Gold.
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