**Óscar Robles Returns to Toros de Tijuana**
Óscar Robles is set to manage the Toros de Tijuana for the 2025 Mexican Baseball League (LMB) season. Robles, who will be the 17th manager in the history of the club, returns after a successful tenure in 2018 and 2019. He takes over from Carlos Alberto Gastélum, who led the team through the final six games of the 2024 regular season and the first playoff round.
Robles, who has a celebrated career both as a player and manager, expressed his excitement at returning to the team where he debuted as a manager. Under his leadership, Toros reached the playoffs during his previous seasons and nearly advanced to the King’s Series in 2019. With 93 victories to his name, he is the third-most successful manager in the franchise’s history by wins, and second in winning percentage with .636.
In preparation for the upcoming season, the Toros will embark on a pre-season schedule starting in early March. This includes an “Early Camp” in Tijuana for invited players, followed by sessions for pitchers and catchers, eventually leading to a full-team training by mid-March. They will then travel across Monterrey, Saltillo, Torreón, and Aguascalientes before potentially participating in the Baja Series from April 10-13 in La Paz, Baja California Sur.
With new player signings including Venezuelan catcher Tomás Telis and the return of left-handed pitcher Luis Márquez, along with sluggers Danny Ortiz and Raudy Read, Robles and the Toros are gearing up for a competitive season. The regular season is slated to kick off on April 18, 2025, against Rieleros de Aguascalientes at Chevron Stadium.
**Secondary Article: Latest Updates in the Mexican Baseball League**
As teams in the Mexican Baseball League (LMB) prepare for the 2025 season, significant roster changes and managerial shifts have been noted across the league. With the addition of new talents and strategic trades, teams are bolstering their capabilities to make a strong push for the championship.
One of the most notable moves has been the trade involving well-known catcher Tomás Telis, who joins the Toros de Tijuana in exchange for Saúl Garza, who will now play for the Rieleros de Aguascalientes. This swap is indicative of the dynamic off-season strategies that teams are employing to optimize their performances.
Additionally, the return of lefty pitcher Luis Márquez to the Toros in a deal with El Águila de Veracruz further spices up the league’s competitive spirit. Meanwhile, Danny Ortiz, a reputable Puerto Rican outfielder, and Raudy Read have joined the Toros from Pericos de Puebla, highlighting the importance of power hitters in the league’s strategy this year.
These changes come at a time when the LMB continues to grow in popularity, attracting both local and international talents. As the season progresses, fans can look forward to seeing how these new moves will influence team dynamics and performance outcomes. With baseball fervor at its peak, the 2025 season promises to be an exciting chapter in Mexico’s baseball narrative.