Asheville, July 28, 2025
News Summary
In a dominating performance, the Asheville Tourists defeated the Bowling Green Hot Rods 5-1 at McCormick Field. This victory improves Asheville’s overall record to 40-53 and 11-17 in the second half of the season. Key players included Kenni Gomez, Yamal Encarnacion, and Lucas Spence. The Tourists will face the Hot Rods again for the final game of their series on Sunday.
Asheville witnessed a solid performance from the Asheville Tourists as they achieved a convincing 5-1 victory against the Bowling Green Hot Rods on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at McCormick Field. This win improved Asheville’s overall record to 40-53 and their second-half record to 11-17. In contrast, Bowling Green fell to 51-42 overall and 17-12 in the second half after this defeat.
The game began with action as Kenni Gomez put Asheville on the board first in the bottom of the first inning, driving in Lucas Spence with a double. However, the Hot Rods responded in the top of the fifth, where Ryan Spikes hit a solo home run to tie the score at 1-1. This momentum was short-lived, as Asheville regained the lead when Yamal Encarnacion delivered a solo homer later in the fifth, making the score 2-1.
The Tourists expanded their lead in the seventh inning with a significant two-run home run from Lucas Spence, after Yamal Encarnacion had walked, bringing the score to 4-1. Asheville capped off their scoring in the eighth inning when Yamal Encarnacion hit a base hit that drove in Jack Blomgren, resulting in a final score of 5-1.
On the pitching front, Asheville’s Alonzo Tredwell claimed the win, pitching five innings and allowing only one run on two hits while striking out six batters. The Hot Rods’ starting pitcher, Marcus Johnson, also had a commendable outing, recording his sixth quality start of the season by pitching six innings, yielding two runs on seven hits, one walk, and four strikeouts. Bowling Green’s Jonalbert Rumbol, who took the mound in the seventh inning, faced challenges and allowed two runs before closing out the inning. Railin Perez then came in for Asheville to pitch 1 2/3 perfect innings with three strikeouts, securing the save.
Both teams are set to face off again on Sunday, July 27, 2025, for the last game of their six-game series, starting at 12:05 p.m. CT. Bowling Green will send right-hander Garrett Edwards, sporting a 5-3 record and a 2.88 ERA, to the mound against Asheville’s righty Jose Guedez, who holds a 4-6 record with a 4.85 ERA.
Game Summary
- Final Score: Asheville Tourists 5, Bowling Green Hot Rods 1
- Date: July 26, 2025
- Location: McCormick Field, Asheville, NC
- Asheville Record: 40-53 overall, 11-17 second half
- Bowling Green Record: 51-42 overall, 17-12 second half
Key Players
- Asheville: Kenni Gomez, Yamal Encarnacion, Lucas Spence
- Bowling Green: Ryan Spikes, Marcus Johnson
Upcoming Game Details
- Date: July 27, 2025
- Time: 12:05 p.m. CT
- Pitchers: Bowling Green – Garrett Edwards (5-3, 2.88 ERA); Asheville – Jose Guedez (4-6, 4.85 ERA)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What was the outcome of the Asheville vs. Bowling Green game on July 26, 2025?
The Asheville Tourists defeated the Bowling Green Hot Rods 5-1.
How did Asheville perform overall and in the second half of the season after this game?
Asheville’s overall record improved to 40-53, and they stand at 11-17 in the second half of the season.
Who were the key players in this game?
Key players for Asheville included Kenni Gomez, Yamal Encarnacion, and Lucas Spence, while Ryan Spikes stood out for Bowling Green.
When do the teams play again?
The teams will compete on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at 12:05 p.m. CT for the final game of their six-game series.
Game Overview Chart
| Category | Asheville Tourists | Bowling Green Hot Rods |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 5 | 1 |
| Overall Record | 40-53 | 51-42 |
| Second Half Record | 11-17 | 17-12 |
| Winning Pitcher | Alonzo Tredwell | Marcus Johnson |
| Saves | Railin Perez | N/A |
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Additional Resources
- MILB: Hot Rods Fall Late, Drop Finale to Tourists
- BG Daily News: Hot Rods Game Summary
- WLOS: Tourist Pitching Dominates in Home Win
- Google Search: Bowling Green Hot Rods
- Wikipedia: Asheville Tourists
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