Bowling Green, Kentucky, August 11, 2025
News Summary
In a thrilling matchup, Jhon Diaz powered the Bowling Green Hot Rods to a decisive 9-5 win against the Winston-Salem Dash. The game showcased dramatic shifts in momentum, with Diaz hitting a crucial three-run home run during the seventh inning. This victory improved the Hot Rods’ second-half record to 23-19, highlighting their strong performance at Bowling Green Ballpark. The Dash fought back throughout the game but ultimately fell short. The Hot Rods will take a break before facing the Rome Emperors in their next game.
Bowling Green, Kentucky – Jhon Diaz propelled the Bowling Green Hot Rods to a convincing 9-5 victory over the Winston-Salem Dash on Sunday at Bowling Green Ballpark. The win improved the Hot Rods’ record to 23-19 in the second half of the season and 57-49 overall, while the Dash fell to 17-24 in the second half and 42-64 overall.
The scoring opened in the top of the first inning when Winston-Salem’s Samuel Zavala reached base with a single, advanced to second on a passed ball, and later scored thanks to an error that allowed Alec Makarewicz to get on base, giving Winston-Salem a 1-0 lead.
In response, Bowling Green leveled the game in the bottom of the first inning. After Aidan Smith led off with a double, Emilien Pitre’s sacrifice fly allowed him to score, making it 1-1. The Hot Rods garnered a substantial lead shortly after, taking 4-1 as Carlos Colmenarez and subsequent hitters Mac Horvath, Ryan Spikes, and Blake Robertson connected with timely hits, resulting in two runs for Colmenarez.
However, Winston-Salem quickly staged a comeback. In the top of the third inning, Alec Makarewicz hit a three-run home run, following singles from Zavala and a walk to Jeral Perez, to tie the game 4-4. The Dash then seized a brief lead of 5-4 during the fourth inning due to a balk by Bowling Green’s reliever Gerlin Rosario, allowing Kyle Lodise to score.
The Hot Rods countered once again in the bottom of the fourth, with Jhon Diaz scoring on another single by Emilien Pitre, bringing the game to 5-5. It wasn’t until the seventh inning that Bowling Green took a strong decisive hold on the game. With Diaz at the plate, he blasted a three-run home run after Hunter Haas and Colmenarez contributed with a double and single, respectively, lifting the score to 9-5.
On the pitching front, Adam Boucher secured the game for Bowling Green, posting 2.0 scoreless innings to close out the contest. Junior William earned the win by throwing 2.0 scoreless innings while striking out one batter. Seth Keener was credited with the loss for Winston-Salem after allowing four runs over just one inning pitched.
Looking ahead, Bowling Green is set to take a day off before facing the Rome Emperors on Tuesday in Rome, Georgia. The next game is scheduled to begin at 6:00 PM CDT.
Key Game Statistics
| Team | Record (Second Half) | Overall Record |
|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green Hot Rods | 23-19 | 57-49 |
| Winston-Salem Dash | 17-24 | 42-64 |
FAQ
What was the final score of the game between the Hot Rods and Dash?
The final score was Bowling Green Hot Rods 9, Winston-Salem Dash 5.
Who hit the key home run for the Bowling Green Hot Rods?
Jhon Diaz hit a three-run home run in the bottom of the seventh inning.
When is Bowling Green’s next game?
Bowling Green’s next game is scheduled for 6:00 PM CDT on Tuesday against the Rome Emperors.
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Additional Resources
- MILB: Diaz’s Three-Run Blast Elevates Hot Rods Over Dash
- Wikipedia: Bowling Green, Kentucky
- BG Daily News: Hot Rods Game Update
- Google Search: Bowling Green Hot Rods
- MILB: Hot Rods Squander Late Lead
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Minor League Baseball
- MILB: Six-Run First Inning Lifts Bowling Green
- Google News: Bowling Green Hot Rods
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