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Spartanburgers hold on against Hot Rods for 8-7 victory

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Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Spartanburgers hold on against Hot Rods for 8-7 victory

Summary

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — The Spartanburgers took an 8-1 lead before holding on to defeat the Hot Rods 8-7 on Friday night. Caden Scarborough started strong, keeping a no-hitter going until the fifth. Hub City scored early, including a three-run fourth inning featuring a homer from Maxton Martin. Bowling Green attempted a comeback, cutting the lead to one run in the eighth, but Luimy Munoz secured the win with a strikeout to end the game. The teams will meet again on Saturday night for game five of the series.

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By the Numbers

•Spartanburgers lead 8-1 at one point in the game.
•Caden Scarborough pitched strongly but exited in the sixth.
•Bowling Green rallied to cut the deficit to one run.
•Luimy Munoz earned the save for the Spartanburgers.
•Next game is scheduled for Saturday at 7:35 p.m. ET.

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BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Behind early offense and a strong start from Caden Scarborough,the Spartanburgers’ took a commanding 8-1 lead into the stretch against Bowling Green on Friday night. Despite a furious comeback, the ‘Burgers (14-25, 48-57) held on against the Hot Rods (26-13, 73-32) for an 8-7 win.Scarborough and Jack Kartsonas opened with clean […]
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