High-A Hickory Crawdads
7/13/25 Farm Recap
Hub City Spartanburgers The spartanburgers pulled out a series win as they won the finale against the Emperors 3-1. Jose Gonzalez got the win after twirling a brilliant start. He went five innings allowed no runs on six hits only allowing one walk and struck out five. The bullpen was great behind him as they combined for four innings allowing one run on two hits with two walks and a strikeout. The offense took a while to get going, but they were able to get on the board in the sixth inning w
Brock Porter might be back
Brock Porter's journey with the Texas Rangers has been anything but straightforward, yet recent signs suggest he may be regaining his footing. Early Promise Entering the 2022 MLB Draft, Porter was a standout pitching prospect, ranked 11th overall on MLB.com's draft board. His accolades included the 2021 Gatorade State Player and National Player of the Year honors, earned after an impeccable 9-0 record with a 0.41 ERA, 115 strikeouts in 58 innings, and three no-hitters. Despite his commitment
Hub City salvages a rough day for rangers' Affiliates
The Rangers' Affiliates combined to go 1-2 on Sunday, July 6. The Round Rock Express game got rained out, so that was the reason for only three games being played. Hickory Crawdads The Hickory Crawdads suffered a big loss as they fall to the Kannapolis Ballers (White Sox) 9-2. It was a rough start for David Hagaman, he allowed four runs on two hits in 1.2 innings while allowing two walks and struck out two. All of the damage came in the second inning when he walked a pair while allowing both
RoughRiders Crush Missions 8-1, Spartanburgers and Crawdads Shine
Out of the first-half Texas League South race, the Frisco RoughRiders (38-30) played with fire Sunday, demolishing the San Antonio Missions 8-1 at Nelson Wolff Stadium. The win paved the way for the Midland RockHounds to clinch the division title, but Frisco’s bats and arms sent a message for the second half. Offensive Explosion Powers Frisco The RoughRiders erupted for 8 runs on 11 hits. INF Abimelec Ortiz led the charge, going 2-for-5 with 3 RBI and 1 run. OF Luis Mieses smashed his 10th HR
Hickory Crawdads Fall 2-1 to Augusta GreenJackets in Extras
The Hickory Crawdads struggled mightily with runners in scoring position, going 0-for-11, and fell 2-1 to the Augusta GreenJackets in 10 innings. The Crawdads committed 4 errors—more than their 1 run scored—with catcher Ben Hartl unfortunately responsible for all 4 (3 throwing errors and 1 pickoff). Despite the miscues, Hartl drove in Hickory’s lone run with a sacrifice fly. Easley and Porter Keep It Close Starting pitcher J’Briell Easley delivered a solid 4 innings, allowing 2 hits, 1 run, 2
Hickory Crawdads Drop Fourth Straight, Fall 5-4 to Columbia Fireflies
The Hickory Crawdads scored 4 runs for the first time in four games but couldn’t hold on, falling 5-4 to the Columbia Fireflies (Kansas City Royals affiliate) after a heartbreaking 9th-inning collapse. Reliever William Privette (L, 1-1) (BS, 1) entered in the bottom of the 9th to protect a lead but allowed 2 runs on 2 hits, marking Hickory’s fourth consecutive loss. Fifth Inning Surge Fuels Offense In the top of the 5th, the Crawdads erupted for a crooked number. Erick Alvarez ignited the ral
Hickory Crawdads Fall 5-2 to Columbia Fireflies as Offensive Struggles continue
The Hickory Crawdads dropped their third consecutive game, losing 5-2 to the Columbia Fireflies (Kansas City Royals affiliate). Over their last three games, Hickory has managed just 5 runs, and tonight’s 6 hits and 1-for-9 performance with runners in scoring position highlighted their ongoing challenges at the plate. Easley Battles on the Mound Starting pitcher J’Briell Easley worked 5 innings, allowing 8 hits, 4 runs, and recording 3 strikeouts. Despite keeping the game within reach, the Cra
Hickory Crawdads Fall 3-2 to Columbia Fireflies
The Hickory Crawdads struggled with runners in scoring position, going 1-for-9 and leaving two runners stranded on first and second with two outs in a critical moment. Maxton Martin was called out on strikes on a pitch at least 4 inches outside, sealing a 3-2 defeat to the Columbia Fireflies (Kansas City Royals affiliate). Osorio and Cabrera Provide Offensive Spark Hector Osorio drove in both of Hickory’s runs, going 1-for-2 with a 2-RBI single. Yeremy Cabrera shone, going 3-for-2 and adding