Hub City Spartanburgers Game Recap: 9th-Inning Double Play Seals 3-1 Loss

A pitcher’s best friend—a 4-6-3 double play—dashed the Hub City Spartanburgers’ hopes in the top of the 9th, sealing a 3-1 defeat against the Greenville Drive at Fluor Field. Here’s the Hub City Spartanburgers game recap, detailing the critical moments, key performances, and what’s next in the series.

Game Breakdown

Trailing 3-0 in the top of the 9th with the bases loaded and no outs, the Spartanburgers had a prime chance to rally. However, Julian Brock swung at the first pitch he faced and grounded into a 4-6-3 double play, allowing Danyer to score from third for Hub City’s only run. The double play quickly killed the team’s momentum, ending the comeback attempt and the game.

The Spartanburgers’ offense struggled, managing just 4 hits. Dylan Dreiling led the way, accounting for half of the team’s hits by going 2-for-3.

Pitching Performances

Hub City starter Jose Gonzalez delivered a solid outing, pitching 4 innings, allowing 2 hits, 1 walk, and striking out 5. He was replaced by Wilian Bormie (L, 0-1), who pitched 2 innings, giving up 3 hits, 1 run, 3 walks, and recording 2 strikeouts, taking the loss. Adonis Villavicencio closed out the game, pitching the final 2 innings, allowing 2 hits, 2 runs, 1 walk, and 1 strikeout.

Looking Ahead

The final game of this short 3-game series against the Greenville Drive is set for tomorrow at 1:05 PM. Stay tuned to The Prospect Times for more Hub City Spartanburgers game recaps as the season continues!