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Emperors rally to edge Spartanburgers 5-4 in Rome

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 5:12 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Emperors rally to edge Spartanburgers 5-4 in Rome

Summary

The Emperors came back to defeat the Spartanburgers 5-4 in Rome on Thursday night. Hub City jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the second inning, but Rome answered with five unanswered runs. Rome's starter, Ethan Bagwell, and reliever Jacob Shafer combined to contain Hub City's offense after the early outburst. The Spartans had a chance to tie late, but Rome pitcher Tyler Schoff closed the game without allowing a run. The teams will face off again on Friday.

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By the Numbers

•Hubb City scored four runs in the second inning.
•Rome answered with five unanswered runs to secure the win.
•Ethan Bagwell and Jacob Shafer combined to limit Hub City after the second inning.
•Tyler Schoff recorded the save by retiring all nine batters he faced.
•The teams play again on Friday at 6:45 p.m. E.T.

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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 […]
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