Bowling Green, Kentucky, August 6, 2025
News Summary
In a thrilling matchup, the Bowling Green Hot Rods rallied from a 2-0 deficit to secure a 7-4 victory against the Winston-Salem Dash at Bowling Green Ballpark. Key contributions came from Jhon Diaz, Ryan Spikes, and Carlos Colmenarez, who all contributed to the Hot Rods’ decisive win. With this victory, Bowling Green improves their overall record to 55-46, while the Dash falls to 39-62. Pitcher Gary Gill Hill delivered a strong performance, earning the win after allowing only two runs across seven innings.
Bowling Green
The Bowling Green Hot Rods rallied from a 2-0 deficit to defeat the Winston-Salem Dash 7-4 on Tuesday night at Bowling Green Ballpark. With this victory, the Hot Rods improved their record to 55-46 overall and 21-16 in the second half of the season, while the Dash fell to 39-62 overall and 14-22 in the second half.
Game Overview
The Dash opened the scoring early in the first inning when Samuel Zavala connected for a solo home run, putting Winston-Salem in the lead at 1-0. This lead was extended in the third inning when Jacob Burke added another solo home run to make it 2-0.
Bowling Green’s Comeback
Bowling Green started to mount a comeback in the bottom of the third. Jhon Diaz walked to begin the inning and advanced to third after Émilien Pitre hit a single. Diaz then scored on a sacrifice fly from Ryan Spikes, narrowing the gap to 2-1.
Crucial Fifth Inning
The Hot Rods surged ahead in the fifth inning with three runs:
- Carlos Colmenarez hit a solo home run, tying the game at 2-2.
- Pitre reached base on an infield single, later scoring on a two-run homer by Spikes, giving the Hot Rods a 4-2 lead.
Adding to the Lead
Bowling Green continued their offensive momentum in the sixth inning, scoring two additional runs:
- Daniel Vellojin walked and advanced to second when Hunter Haas also walked.
- Blake Robertson brought Vellojin home with a single, increasing the lead to 5-2.
- Diaz followed suit with an RBI single, extending the lead to 6-2.
Closing Moments
In the seventh inning, the Hot Rods added another run as Spikes reached on a single, stole second base, and advanced to third on an error, eventually scoring on a single by Raudelis Martinez, bringing the score to 7-2.
The Dash made an attempt to rally in the ninth inning, scoring two runs marked by a leadoff walk to Zavala and a double from Jeral Perez. Alex Makarewicz hit a sacrifice fly to bring Zavala home, and Jackson Appel doubled in Perez, concluding the game at 7-4.
Pitching Performance
Gary Gill Hill was credited with the win for the Hot Rods, pitching 7.0 innings and allowing only two runs on four hits, striking out two batters with no walks. Conversely, Luke Bell was tagged with the loss for the Dash after conceding three runs on three hits in just one inning of work.
Looking Ahead
The Hot Rods and Dash will continue their six-game series on Wednesday at 6:35 p.m. CT, with Bowling Green pitching Trevor Harrison making his High-A debut against Lucas Gordon of Winston-Salem. Fans can catch the game on MiLB.tv and through the MiLB First Pitch App and BGHotRods.com. Tickets for upcoming home games are available by calling (270) 901-2121 or by visiting the Bowling Green Ballpark box office and the official website.
FAQ
What was the final score of the game?
The Bowling Green Hot Rods defeated the Winston-Salem Dash 7-4.
Where did the game take place?
The game occurred at Bowling Green Ballpark in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
Who were the key players for Bowling Green during the game?
Ryan Spikes played a significant role with a home run and multiple RBIs, while Gary Gill Hill delivered an impressive pitching performance.
What are the records of both teams after this game?
The Bowling Green Hot Rods improved to 55-46 overall and 21-16 in the second half, while the Winston-Salem Dash dropped to 39-62 overall and 14-22 in the second half.
Game Summary Chart
| Feature | Bowling Green Hot Rods | Winston-Salem Dash |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 7 | 4 |
| Overall Record | 55-46 | 39-62 |
| Second Half Record | 21-16 | 14-22 |
| Key Pitcher | Gary Gill Hill | Luke Bell |
| Home Runs | 3 | 2 |
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Additional Resources
- MiLB: Bowling Green Fights Out of Early Deficit
- BG Daily News: Bowling Green Hot Rods Update
- MiLB: Robertson’s RBI Single Vaults Hot Rods
- Wikipedia: Bowling Green, Kentucky
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Bowling Green, Kentucky
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