Grasshoppers Edge Tourists, 1-0, on Opening Day

Catcher, Axiel Plaz (Callie Cline)

By Greensboro Grasshoppers

April 7, 2026

GREENSBORO, N.C. – The Greensboro Grasshoppers secured a 1-0 victory over the Asheville Tourists on Opening Day, Tuesday, April 7. With the win, Greensboro improved to 4-0 on the season, while Asheville dropped to 1-3. Both teams recorded three hits, with the Grasshoppers committing the game’s only error. Catcher Axiel

GREENSBORO, N.C. – The Greensboro Grasshoppers secured a 1-0 victory over the Asheville Tourists on Opening Day, Tuesday, April 7. With the win, Greensboro improved to 4-0 on the season, while Asheville dropped to 1-3. Both teams recorded three hits, with the Grasshoppers committing the game’s only error.

Catcher Axiel Plaz led Greensboro offensively, going 2-for-3 with a home run, double, one RBI, and one run scored. Outfielder Brian Sanchez accounted for the Grasshoppers’ other hit.

Asheville’s hits came from outfielder Caden Powell, catcher Jason Schiavone, and infielder Drew Brutcher.

Right-handed pitcher Carlson Reed got the start for Greensboro, striking out seven while allowing two hits and one walk over four innings. Owen Kellington earned the win to improve to 1-0 on the season, while Alexis Torres recorded his first hold and Junior Flores secured his first save.

For Asheville, right-hander Luis Rodriguez struck out five and allowed one hit across four innings. Anthony Cruz was charged with the loss, falling to 0-1 on the season.

The Grasshoppers continue their Opening Week against the Asheville Tourists on Wednesday, April 8, at 12:00PM for a Day Game. To purchase tickets to any home Grasshoppers game please call 336-268-2255 or visit gsohoppers.com.