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Rangers Announce Minor League Players of the Month in August

Four Former Spartanburgers Honored
September 8, 2026

Arlington, Texas — The Rangers today announced the club’s August Minor League Award winners:
• Player of the Month – OF Dylan Dreiling
• Starting Pitcher of the Month – RHP Moises Morales
• Defender of the Month – INF Yolfran Castillo
• Reliever of the



Spartanburgers Win Abbreviated Finale over BlueClaws

Hub City’s second season ends at 61-71
September 6, 2026

SPARTANBURG, S.C. The Spartanburgers’ season finale was shortened by rain, but Hub City came out on top. The ‘Burgers (61-71, 27-39) capped off their 2026 campaign with a 1-0 win over Jersey Shore (21-44, 47-83) in a five-inning affair.

Anthony Astudillo got the start in the series finale for the Spartanburgers. The 'Burgers righty walked a pair in the first.

Spartanburgers Threaten but Fall Short on Saturday

Scott homers for third time this week to spark late rally
September 5, 2026

SPARTANBURG, S.C. After an early 1-0 lead on Saturday, Hub City fell behind 7-2 in the middle innings to Jersey Shore. The Spartanburgers (60-71, 26-39) got the tying runs into scoring position in the ninth but fell 7-5 to the BlueClaws (47-82, 21-43).

Enrique Segura (L, 1-6) got the ball for the 'Burgers after a 58-minute rain delay to

Spartanburgers Score Double Digits and Batter BlueClaws

DeTaeye earns third win with Spartanburgers
September 4, 2026

SPARTANBURG, S.C. The Spartanburgers’ offense came alive on the final Fifth Third Firework Friday, churning out double-digit runs for the second time this week. The ‘Burgers (60-70, 26-38) rode the bats and a solid start from Ben DeTaeye to a comfortable 10-3 victory over the Jersey Shore BlueClaws (46-82, 20-43).

After a scoreless top of the first from

Hub City Sneaks Past Jersey Shore in Pitcher’s Duel

Nivar reaches career high with help from infield
September 3, 2026

SPARTANBURG, S.C. After an 11-run outburst Wednesday, Hub City and Jersey Shore played a low-scoring tight affair Thursday. The Spartanburgers (59-70, 25-38) took down the BlueClaws (46-81, 20-42) by a 2-1 final at Fifth Third Park.

Jormy Nivar made his first start at home and pitched a career-best six scoreless innings. The right-hander threw over 60% strikes and only walked one. He is the first Hub City starting pitcher to earn a win without striking out a batter. Nivar (W, 1-1) stranded seven runners on base during his time on the mound, partially thanks to three double plays — all started by Evan Morrison at shortstop.

Hub City’s offense picked up right where it left off in the bottom of the

'Burgers Torch the BlueClaws Behind Seven-run Fifth

Scott smokes first inning blast on four-RBI night
September 2, 2026

SPARTANBURG, S.C. With just a one-run lead heading to the fifth, the Spartanburgers exploded for a 12-batter and seven-run inning. Hub City (24-38, 58-70) cruised past Jersey Shore (20-41, 46-80) to an 11-4 win.

A.J. Russell got the game off to a rip-roaring start. The right-hander fanned all three batters he faced on 14 pitches. The

Spartanburgers Downed in Extras to Start Final Series

De Freitas homers twice; Macias homers to tie game in ninth
September 1, 2026

SPARTANBURG, S.C. Hub City returned home after 13 games in 13 days on the road, and welcomed Jersey Shore (46-79, 20-40) to Fifth Third Park. The Phillies affiliate returned to its former home for the first time and took down the Spartanburgers (57-70, 23-38) in 10 innings 6-4.

Facing off against his former team, Arturo De Freitas exacted revenge with two home runs in his first

Hub City Drops Sunday Shootout at Greensboro

'Burgers outhit Grasshoppers but lose by three
August 30, 2026

GREENSBORO, N.C. — In its final road game of 2026, Hub City almost climbed out of an early hole. The ‘Burgers trailed by nine but rallied late to bring the tying run on deck in the top of the ninth in Greensboro. The Grasshoppers (77-49, 36-24) held on to beat the Spartanburgers (57-69, 23-36) 10-7.

Rehabber Garrett McMillan got the

Spartanburgers Sneak by Grasshoppers on Friday

Hub City capitalizes on four Greensboro errors
August 28, 2026

GREENSBORO, N.C. — After a pair of lopsided results, Hub City and Greensboro battled Friday night in a back-and-forth affair. In the end, the Spartanburgers (57-67, 23-35) squeaked out a 5-4 win over the Grasshoppers (75-49, 34-24) to even the series.

It did not take long for Hub City to scratch the scoreboard against Jacob Bimbi. Paxton Kling led off the game with

Spartanburgers Fall to Grasshoppers on Second Walk-off of the Week

Hub City loses five-run lead, eliminated from playoff contention
August 29, 2026

GREENSBORO, N.C. — For most of Saturday night, the Spartanburgers held a lead over the Grasshoppers. What once was a 5-0 advantage disappeared in the final three innings, and Greensboro (76-49, 35-24) walked off Hub City (57-68, 23-36) on a bases loaded walk to win 6-5. With the loss, the Spartanburgers are officially eliminated from playoff contention in 2026.

Draven Zeigler and Enrique Segura both started off with a scoreless

Hub City Falls in Nivar’s Debut

Greensboro scores nine in first four innings
August 27, 2026

GREENSBORO, N.C. — After a blowout win on Wednesday night, Hub City could not follow up against Greensboro on Thursday. The Grasshoppers (75-48, 34-23) attacked the Spartanburgers (56-67, 22-35) early en route to an 11-4 win.

Greensboro turned to lefty Reinold Navarro on the mound against Hub City’s Jormy Nivar, making his High-A debut. Both starters faced the minimum in the first before finding trouble in

Spartanburgers Trounce Grasshoppers Wednesday

Martin and De Freitas launch three-run homers 
August 26, 2026

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Hub City bounced back from an 11-inning loss Tuesday with a strong Wednesday showing. The ‘Burgers (56-66, 22-34) soundly beat the Grasshoppers (74-48, 33-23) 10-3 thanks to two long balls and solid showings from three arms.

Maxton Martin launched his 20th home run of the season — his third of the week — to give the Spartanburgers a lead which would last the rest of the game. **Arturo

Hub City Falls Short in Extra-Inning Series Opener

August 25, 2026

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Hub City began its final road series of the year with a close call against playoff hopeful Greensboro. The Grasshoppers (74-47, 33-22) won 4-3 over the Spartanburgers (55-66, 21-34) on Edward Florentino’s 11th inning walk-off, two-run home run.

The contest was rather evenly matched from start to finish. The only 'Burgers offense through the first nine innings came

‘Burgers Pitching Dominates Series Finale in Rome

Segura ties career high in strikeouts
August 23, 2026

‘Burgers Pitching Dominates Series Finale in Rome

Segura ties career high in strikeouts

ROME, Ga. — After dropping four of the first five games in Rome, Hub City won the weekend with strong pitching performances Saturday and Sunday. Enrique Segura set the tone with five scoreless innings in the series finale, and three runs in the eighth proved

DeTaeye Spearheads Saturday Shutout Win for Hub City

Southpaw tosses career-best five innings in first Spartanburgers start
August 22, 2026

ROME, Ga. — After 13 bullpen appearances to begin his minor league career, Ben DeTaeye took the mound Saturday night for the first time as a starter. The southpaw started what eventually turned into a four-pitcher shutout and a 6-0 win for the Spartanburgers (20-33, 54-65) over the Emperors (24-28, 57-59).

DeTaeye (W, 2-0) and Rome starter Aiven Cabral (L,

Hub City Falls in Second Straight One-Run Game

'Burgers outhit 11-3 in third straight loss
August 21, 2026

ROME, Ga. — Both offenses got off to a hot start on Friday night in Rome. The Spartanburgers and Emperors finished the fourth inning tied at five. Rome (24-27, 57-58) put up a lone run in the fifth to take a 6-5 lead over Hub City (19-33, 53-65), and the Emperors held on the rest of the way.

Cade Kuehler worked around a

Spartanburgers Slip by One at Rome

Hub City’s early four-run lead disappears in middle innings
August 20, 2026

ROME, Ga. — Hub City’s offense provided an early boom on Thursday night in Rome. The ‘Burgers put up a four spot in the top of the second inning. From that point on, the Emperors (23-27, 56-58) scored five unanswered to take down the Spartanburgers (19-32, 53-64) 5-4.

Hub City again turned to an opener for the second straight

Spartanburgers and Emperors Split Doubleheader

August 19, 2026

ROME, Ga. — After Rome and Hub City were forced to postpone a game earlier this year at Fifth Third Park, the teams made it up Wednesday as part of a doubleheader. The Spartanburgers (19-31, 53-63) slugged their way to a 5-1 win in game one before the Emperors (22-27, 55-58) pitching dominated in a 2-0 win in game two.

Rome played as the home team

Spartanburgers Comeback Falls Short in Rome

Three-run eighth not enough in series opening loss
August 18, 2026

ROME, Ga. — With three weeks remaining in the regular season, Hub City hit the road to Rome for a seven-game series. In the opener Tuesday night, the Emperors (21-26, 54-57) took down the Spartanburgers (18-30, 52-62) 5-4 despite Hub City outhitting Rome by three.

The Spartanburgers could not cash in on a pair of two-out hits in the first off Luke

Spartanburgers Outblasted by Drive in Series Finale

Greenville and Hub City split series; Spartanburgers win season series
August 16, 2026

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — In Sunday’s Salute to the Negro Leagues game between Greenville and Hub City, the teams wore Spartanburg Sluggers and Greenville Black Spinners jerseys. The Drive (24-24, 50-61) took an early lead over the Spartanburgers (18-29, 52-61) and held on the whole way for a 10-5 win.

Starting pitchers Enrique Segura (L, 1-5) and Matt Duffy both delivered scoreless first

Spartanburgers Outlast Drive After Rain Delay

Hub City clinches I-85 season series win for second straight year
August 15, 2026

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — Undeterred by a slow start and a near-two-hour rain delay, Hub City (18-28, 52-60) battled back to beat Greenville (23-24, 49-61) Saturday 4-2. The Spartanburgers clinched the season series over the Drive with their 13th win of the year in 23 tries.

Right-hander Moises Morales took the mound for his High-A debut and faced the minimum in his

Eight-Run Fifth Costs Spartanburgers on Friday Night

'Burgers pitchers combine for eight perfect innings surrounding the fifth
August 14, 2026

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — Friday’s contest between Hub City and Greenville was a well-pitched affair for eight innings. One lopsided frame allowed the Drive (49-60, 23-23) to coast to an 8-3 victory over the Spartanburgers (52-60, 17-28).

Spartanburgers right-hander Caden Scarborough got off to another strong start on the mound. After not allowing a hit until the fifth last week, Scarborough

Spartanburgers Take Game Three Behind Strong Pitching

Munoz and Perry shut out Drive through six
August 13, 2026

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — After splitting a twin-bill Wednesday, the Spartanburgers started strong against the Drive Thursday, jumping out to a 6-0 lead. Hub City (51-59, 17-27) took down Greenville (48-60, 22-23) by a 6-3 final at Fifth Third Park.

Luimy Munoz was tapped as the Spartanburgers’ opener; the right-hander excelled in his first start since 2024. Munoz struck out the first batter

Martin Walk-off Splits Wednesday Twin-Bill

Martin hits walk-off single to win 3-2 after one-run loss
August 12, 2026

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — After the Spartanburgers (16-27, 50-59) and Greenville Drive (22-22, 48-59) only managed to play into the third inning on Tuesday night, the neighbors resumed game one and played a second, seven-inning game on Wednesday. Greenville held on for a 7-6 win in game one, and Maxton Martin walked off game two on an infield

Fifth Third Park to Host "Halloween Sky Lights & Movie Night" on Thursday, October 8

August 10, 2026

SPARTANBURG, S.C. — Get ready for a magical evening of family-friendly Halloween fun as Fifth Third Park hosts Halloween Sky Lights & Movie Night, presented by Founders Federal Credit Union, on Thursday, October 8, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Costumes are encouraged and memories are guaranteed!

Bring the entire family to Fifth Third Park and settle in under