Spartanburgers Crush Greenville Drive 18-6 with Three Homers, Including Two Grand Slams

The Hub City Spartanburgers erupted for an 18-6 rout of the Greenville Drive, powered by three home runs, including two grand slams, in a game where the wind blew out to right field at 7 mph. The offensive onslaught at Fifth Third Park secured a commanding 4-1 series lead for the Spartanburgers.

Grand Slams and Solo Shots Steal the Show

In the 2nd inning, Gleider Figuereo launched his first home run of the season, a solo shot, to ignite the offense. Keith Jones II followed in the 3rd with a grand slam, his 2nd homer of the year, pushing the Spartanburgers’ lead. In the 6th, with Hub City clinging to a 9-6 advantage, Dylan Dreiling smashed another grand slam, his 2nd home run of the season, to blow the game open.

Dreiling, Jones, and Figuereo Lead the Charge

Dylan Dreiling shone, going 1-for-2 with a grand slam, 4 RBIs, 2 runs scored, and 3 walks. Keith Jones II delivered a 2-for-5 performance, including a grand slam, a double (his 3rd), and 5 RBIs. Gleider Figuereo went 3-for-4 with a solo homer, a double (his 2nd), and 2 RBIs, anchoring the Spartanburgers’ relentless attack.

Mollerus Secures the Win

Reliever Josh Mollerus (W, 2-0) contributed 1.1 innings, issuing 1 walk and recording 1 strikeout, helping to preserve the lead and seal the victory over the Greenville Drive.

Series Finale Awaits

With a 4-1 series lead, the Spartanburgers aim to close out the 6-game series against the Greenville Drive in style. Game 6 is set for tomorrow at 1:05 PM, as Hub City looks to cap the series with another win.