NEW ARMS EMERGE
After the last several weeks of light pitching, players have stepped up to breathe new life into the staff

Oct 13, 2025 - Juan Zuniga was drafted by the Cyclones in the Fall 2021 season with the understanding he was a catcher as well as a pitcher. After 8 seasons, the destiny has been fulfilled. Juan Zuniga took the mound Sunday morning for his first start for the Houston Cyclones. Juan had taken the mound on two previous occasions, both in relief and both in situations where the game was well in control. But now, with the Cyclones going through a stretch where the starting pitching has been a concern, Juan has stepped up and become part of the starting rotation.

On Sunday, Juan started against the Northside Rangers. First start. Medium pressure. Because if he faltered or injured himself, it would set the day back and the defense would be altered. Juan passed his first start with flying colors. 6 innings, 1 run allowed (earned), 2 hits, 2 strikeouts and 2 walks. A very impressive first start. His start was followed up by Andrew Figueroa making his first mound appearance for the Cyclones as well. Andrew's first appearance was also a solid outing.

Andrew also had a good day at the plate for the Cyclones going 2 for 2 with 2 doubles, 2 RBI, 2 runs scored and a walk. Other notable players were Craig Baser whoe went 3 for 3 with 3 with 3 runs scored. Defense also played a vital role on Sunday as Tom West, Taylor Scaggs, BJ Galvan and Ray Mariano all made run savings plays throughout the game. Eddie Baray and Figueroa even pulled off a uniquely executed hidden ball trick to end a threat.

Juan Zuniga throws a pitch vs. Rangers 10/12/2025