Tenerife Marlins’ 692-Day Unbeaten Streak Ends in Regular Season Finale

The Tenerife Marlins’ long reign over national baseball has come to an end after 692 days of invincibility. The Puerto de la Cruz team was defeated by San Inazio Bilbao Bizkaia on the final day of the División de Honor Oro regular season. While the loss does not affect their standing—as the team had already secured first place and a playoff spot—it marks the conclusion of a historic period of dominance both at home and abroad.

This unbeaten streak, which began in August 2022, cemented the Marlins as one of the most successful organizations in Canarian sports history. Coach Richard Montiel attributed the loss in the Basque Country to unexpected medical issues within the squad and a strategic decision to manage player fatigue. He noted that the result does not change the club's goals as they head into the most important part of their season.

The team now faces a critical month of July, starting with the league championship series, where they are expected to face Astros de Valencia. Beyond the domestic title, the Marlins have an ambitious European schedule ahead. Following their successful qualification in Rotterdam, they will compete in the Baseball Champions League Europe Final Four this September.

Off the field, the squad—largely composed of Venezuelan athletes—is navigating a difficult time. The club confirmed that players are focused on supporting their families back home following the recent earthquakes in Venezuela. Despite these emotional challenges, management reports that the team remains mentally prepared to tackle their remaining matches as the season draws to a close.