With Tejada at second, one out, and Ortiz coming to the plate, the Venezuelans go to the lefty Carlos Hernandez.

Update: For the second time today, David Ortiz goes deep off a left-handed pitcher. The Dominican Republic takes an 8-5 lead.

Update: Jorge Julio is on to try to finish the inning. He gives up a single to Alou.

Update: Venezuela gets out of the inning, but they need six just to tie in the bottom of the 9th.

Update: While I was watching the home country, Adrian Beltre hit his second homer of the game. It's 10-5 DR, with two on and just 1 out.

Update: Belliard helps the cause, driving in a run to make the score 11-5.

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