Bowling Green, Kentucky, August 25, 2025
News Summary
In a disappointing series finale, the Bowling Green Hot Rods lost 4-1 to the Greensboro Grasshoppers at Bowling Green Ballpark. Despite a rally that brought them to 3-1, the Hot Rods couldn’t close the gap as the Grasshoppers continued their strong season. The Hot Rods now hold a record of 27-27 for the second half and 61-57 overall, while the Grasshoppers soar to 37-16 in the second half and 82-37 overall. The next challenge for the Hot Rods is a six-game series against the Greenville Drive.
Bowling Green, Kentucky – The Bowling Green Hot Rods fell to the Greensboro Grasshoppers 4-1 in the series finale on Sunday at Bowling Green Ballpark. With this defeat, the Hot Rods now hold a record of 27-27 in the second half of the season and 61-57 overall. The Grasshoppers, on the other hand, further bolstered their impressive season record to 37-16 in the second half and 82-37 overall.
The game kicked off with an early lead for Greensboro, as they scored two runs in the top of the first inning. It began with Jesus Castillo getting hit by a pitch, followed by a powerful home run from Michael Callan Moss, which sailed over the right field fence, giving Greensboro an early advantage.
Greensboro extended their lead to 3-0 by the top of the fourth inning when Titus Dumitru hit a one-out double and advanced to third on Easton Carmichael’s single. Subsequently, Shalin Polanco lifted a sacrifice fly to bring Dumitru home.
Despite the early deficit, the Hot Rods managed to score their first run in the fourth inning. Mac Horvath sparked the rally by leading off with a double and moving to third on a groundout by Raudelis Martinez. Blake Robertson’s double successfully drove Horvath home, reducing the Grasshoppers’ lead to 3-1.
The Grasshoppers added another run in the top of the ninth against Bowling Green’s reliever Adam Boucher. After Keiner Delgado walked and advanced to third on a single from Callan Moss, Axiel Plaz grounded into a double play, allowing Delgado to score and finalize the game at 4-1.
On the mound, Connor Oliver nabbed the win for Greensboro, completing 1.1 scoreless innings with one strikeout. Meanwhile, Hot Rods’ Santiago Suarez took the loss, allowing three runs on five hits while striking out five in four innings of work. Josh Loeschorn closed out the game for Greensboro with a perfect inning of relief, earning him a save.
The Hot Rods will have an off day on Monday but are set to face the Greenville Drive for a six-game series starting on Tuesday at 5:35 PM CT at Fluor Field in Greenville, South Carolina. Fans can follow the upcoming games through various platforms, including MiLB.tv and the MiLB First Pitch App, or check BGHotRods.com for further details.
Game Summary
- Final Score: Greensboro Grasshoppers 4, Bowling Green Hot Rods 1
- Winning Pitcher: Connor Oliver (5-2)
- Losing Pitcher: Santiago Suarez (0-2)
- Save: Josh Loeschorn
Upcoming Schedule
The Hot Rods will return to action on Tuesday against the Greenville Drive.
Standings Overview
| Team | Second Half Record | Overall Record |
|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green Hot Rods | 27-27 | 61-57 |
| Greensboro Grasshoppers | 37-16 | 82-37 |
FAQ
What was the final score of the game?
The final score was Greensboro Grasshoppers 4, Bowling Green Hot Rods 1.
Who were the winning and losing pitchers?
The winning pitcher was Connor Oliver, while Santiago Suarez took the loss.
When is the next game for the Hot Rods?
The Hot Rods will play their next game on Tuesday against the Greenville Drive.
Where can fans watch the upcoming games?
Fans can watch the games on MiLB.tv or listen through the MiLB First Pitch App.
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Additional Resources
- Milb: Hot Rods Split Series with Grasshoppers in 4-1 Loss
- Milb: Hot Rods Can’t Overcome Early Deficit, Fall to Grasshoppers 4-2
- Milb: Big Fifth Inning Leads Bowling Green to 5-2 Win Over Greensboro
- BG Daily News: Hot Rods Game Update
- Wikipedia: Bowling Green, Kentucky
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