Asheville, NC, September 2, 2025
News Summary
The Asheville Tourists ended their home season with a 4-2 defeat against the Hub City Spartanburgers. Despite home runs from Drew Vogel and Alejandro Nunez, errors and walks cost Asheville the game. The Tourists finished the season with a disappointing record of 51 wins and 71 losses. They are now preparing for a final road series against Bowling Green while the Spartanburgers aim for a strong finish in their upcoming series against the Rome Emperors.
Asheville, NC – The Asheville Tourists wrapped up their home season for 2025 with a disappointing 4-2 loss against the Hub City Spartanburgers at McCormick Field. This defeat marked the end of a challenging season for the Tourists, who concluded with an overall record of 51 wins and 71 losses.
Drew Vogel provided an early highlight for Asheville by hitting a home run in the second inning, which tied the game 1-1. However, the Spartanburgers quickly responded, taking the lead later in the game.
In the sixth inning, Alejandro Nunez also hit a home run, bringing the score to 3-2 and giving Asheville some hope. Unfortunately, despite their strong pitching performance, two errors leading to an unearned run in the fifth inning and a series of walks in the eighth resulted in an additional run for the Spartanburgers, sealing Asheville’s fate.
Starting pitcher Brandon McPherson took the loss for the Tourists, delivering three and two-thirds innings while allowing two runs—one earned—and striking out five batters. The Spartanburgers improved their season record to 63 wins and 62 losses with the victory.
This latest game concluded a three-game series between the two teams. Earlier on Friday, the Tourists faced elimination from playoff contention after losing to the Spartanburgers in a game that ended 8-0. In that match, Asheville managed only four hits and left four runners stranded in scoring position. Strong performances from Spartanburg pitchers Derek True and Alain Pena contributed significantly to the Tourists’ defeat.
However, on the Saturday before the concluding game, the Tourists had a brief glimmer of success, achieving a comeback win against the Spartanburgers by scoring 9-4, with both Vogel and Tyler Whitaker contributing key home runs to the victory.
Asheville is now preparing for a final road series against Bowling Green starting the following Tuesday, with the first pitch scheduled for 7:35 p.m. ET. Meanwhile, the Spartanburgers will begin their last regular-season series against the Rome Emperors on the same day, continuing their pursuit of a strong finish.
Game Highlights
- Drew Vogel tied the game with a home run in the second inning.
- Alejandro Nunez hit a home run in the sixth inning.
- Brandon McPherson struck out five over three and two-thirds innings.
- Asheville surrendered two critical runs due to fielding errors and walks.
Upcoming Games
The Asheville Tourists will head to Bowling Green for a final series, set to start with a night game at 7:35 p.m. ET.
Background Context
The Asheville Tourists have faced a tough season, ultimately falling short of playoff contention. The difficulties were highlighted in the prior series against the Spartanburgers, where they experienced a stark contrast in outcomes—winning on Saturday and then losing heavily on Friday before concluding their season with the latest defeat.
Team Records
| Team | Wins | Losses |
|---|---|---|
| Asheville Tourists | 51 | 71 |
| Hub City Spartanburgers | 63 | 62 |
FAQ
What was the outcome of the final game for the Asheville Tourists?
The Asheville Tourists lost 4-2 to the Hub City Spartanburgers in their final home game of the season.
What is the Asheville Tourists’ overall record for the season?
The Tourists concluded the season with a record of 51 wins and 71 losses.
Who contributed to the scoring during the last game?
Drew Vogel and Alejandro Nunez both hit home runs, which helped the Tourists score their two runs.
When will the Tourists’ next games take place?
The Tourists will play their final road series against Bowling Green, starting next Tuesday at 7:35 p.m. ET.
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Additional Resources
- MiLB: Hub City Blanks Asheville
- Wikipedia: Asheville Tourists
- MiLB: Seven Run Eighth Gives Asheville Magic at McCormick
- Google Search: Asheville Tourists news
- MiLB: Play Ball Weekend 2025
- Google News: Asheville Tourists
- MiLB: Tourists Drop Series Finale to Spartanburgers
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