Greensboro Grasshoppers News: August 3 - August 9, 2024

The Greensboro Grasshoppers, a High-A affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates, have had a mixed bag of results over the past week. Here’s a breakdown of their recent performances:

Wins and Losses

- **July 31st:** The Grasshoppers fell to the Winston-Salem Dash, 4-0, in a shutout game at Truist Stadium. Despite a strong lineup, they were unable to score against the Dash's solid pitching.

- **July 24th:** The Grasshoppers lost to the Asheville Tourists, 5-4, in a closely contested game. Infielder Jack Brannigan led the Grasshoppers' offense, but it wasn't enough to secure the win.

- **July 22nd:** The Grasshoppers were shut out by the Dash, 3-0, with outfielder Hudson Head leading the offense.

- **July 10th:** The Grasshoppers fell to the Dash, 7-5, in extra innings. Despite a strong showing from outfielder Hudson Head, they couldn't hold off the Dash's late surge.

- **July 9th:** The Grasshoppers lost to the Dash, 11-9, in the first game of their home series. Infielder Jack Brannigan led the offense, but the team's three mishaps cost them the game.

- **July 6th:** The Grasshoppers dropped the last game of their series against the Aberdeen IronBirds, 11-10. Despite outhitting the IronBirds, they fell short due to two mishaps.

- **July 23rd:** The Grasshoppers defeated the Asheville Tourists, 9-5, with a walk-off grand slam from catcher Shawn Ross. This victory improved their record to 17-8 in the second half of the season.

- **July 13th:** The Grasshoppers took down the Dash, 4-2, with outfielder Hudson Head leading the offense.

- **July 12th:** The Grasshoppers shut out the Dash, 8-0, continuing their win streak. Infielder Nick Cimillo led the offense, and the team outhit the Dash 12-3.

- **July 5th:** The Grasshoppers defeated the Aberdeen IronBirds, 6-4, for their fifth consecutive win. They improved to 12-2 in the second half of the season.

Standouts

- **Shawn Ross:** His walk-off grand slam against the Asheville Tourists on July 23rd was a highlight of the week.

- **Hudson Head:** Consistently strong performances, including leading the offense in multiple games against the Dash and Tourists.

- **Jack Brannigan:** Led the offense in several games, including the loss to the Tourists on July 24th.

- **Nick Cimillo:** Led the offense in the 8-0 shutout win against the Dash on July 12th.

Upcoming Games

The Grasshoppers will continue their season with upcoming games against various opponents. Fans can stay updated with the latest scores, schedules, and stats on the official MiLB website.

Conclusion

The Greensboro Grasshoppers have shown resilience and determination over the past week, with some impressive wins and tough losses. As they move forward, they will look to build on their strengths and address their weaknesses to secure more victories.