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Kannapolis Shut Out by Columbia in Princess Night Defeat Friday

Bats Remain Quiet for Ballers in Fourth Loss of Week to Fireflies
June 26, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers were dealt a shutout in their fourth consecutive defeat to the Columbia Fireflies on Friday night, 5-0. RHP Gabriel Rodriguez (L, 2-1) had a rough outing after a wonderful start to the month of June. Rodriguez went four innings, allowing five runs on

Ballers Bats Fall Cold in Third Loss of Series to Columbia Thursday

Kannapolis Goes 0-for-10 with Runners in Scoring Position in Defeat to Fireflies
June 25, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers only mustered three hits, falling in their third straight game to the Columbia Fireflies Thursday night, 7-3. RHP Truman Pauley (L, 1-7) was dealt the loss in his 14th start of the season. Pauley hurled five innings, allowing six hits, three runs, two

Late Push of Offense Falls Just Short in Ballers 4-3 Loss to Fireflies Tuesday

One Swing from Columbia in Top of Second Plays Difference-Maker in Kannapolis Defeat
June 23, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers fell in their series opener, 4-3, to the Columbia Fireflies despite a ninth inning rally that provided all the scoring for the home squad. RHP Gabe Tanner (L, 0-1) made his first start at home and was dealt the loss over five innings

Boughton Brings Home Carolina League Player of the Week for June 15-21

White Sox 11th Round Pick in 2025 Torches Competition with Incredible Offensive Output
June 22, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – INF Matthew Boughton has taken home the first in-season player awards of the season for the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers Monday, being named the Carolina League Player of the Week for his efforts June 15-21 in Fayetteville against the Woodpeckers. An 11th round pick by the Chicago White

Ballers Outhit FredNats in 10-3 Loss Saturday

Kannapolis Struggles to Keep Pace with Runs, Fall for Third Time against Top Team in League
June 13, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers fell for the third time this week to the team with the best record in the Carolina League, the Fredericksburg Nationals, 10-3, on Saturday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. RHP Truman Pauley (L, 1-6) got roughed up by the FredNats offense early. Pauley

Errors Bite Kannapolis in 12-4 Defeat to Nationals at Home Friday

Ballers Struggle to Piece Together Offense, Allow Too Many Chances for Fredericksburg
June 12, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers could not come away with their third win of the week, falling in their fourth game of the week with the Fredericksburg Nationals, 12-4, Friday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. RHP Alexander Martinez (L, 1-3) made his first start of the season, pitching

Offense Unleashes Outburst for Cannon Ballers in 15-2 Win over Fredericksburg

Parker Strikes Out Ten in Second Win of Season, First Victory for Kannapolis of Series
June 11, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers equalized the series with a thunderous, 15-2, win over the Fredericksburg Nationals at Atrium Health Ballpark on Wednesday night. RHP Caedmon Parker (W, 2-3) gave the Ballers five very solid innings in his 12th start of the season. Parker allowed nine hits, two

Pitching Duel Nets Ballers No Runs in Series Opener Loss to Nationals

Rodriguez, Wynk Combine for Solid Piggyback Night, but Offense Falls Cold in Defeat
June 9, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers dropped their series opener to the North Division Champion Fredericksburg Nationals, 2-0 Tuesday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. RHP Gabriel Rodriguez made his first start of the season, giving the Ballers four scoreless innings. “G-Rod” allowed four hits, issued one walk and struck

Cannon Ballers to Host July 4th Extravaganza at Atrium Health Ballpark

Baseball, Live Music, and Largest Fireworks Show in the Region Headline Celebration
June 3, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers are excited to announce a fun-filled Independence Day Extravaganza at Atrium Health Ballpark, bringing together baseball, live entertainment, and highlighted by the largest and most spectacular fireworks display in the region, celebrating America’s 250th anniversary in unforgettable fashion. Fans can expect a breathtaking,

Eikhoff’s Masterful Performance Guides Ballers Back to Win Column Saturday

Albertus Adds First Home Run in Kannapolis Victory over Augusta
May 30, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – TThe Kannapolis Cannon Ballers get back in the win column with a gutsy, 2-1, victory over the Augusta GreenJackets Saturday night at a packed Atrium Health Ballpark. RHP Riley Eikhoff (W, 4-4) continued his excellent form with 6.1 scoreless frames to blank Augusta. Eikhoff allowed four hits,

Augusta’s Early Offense Torments Kannapolis in 8-1 Loss in Towel City

Ballers Surrender Eight Runs in Five Innings; Offense Falls Cold in Third Loss of Series
May 29, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers suffered a, 8-0, defeat on Friday night at Atrium Health Ballpark behind a sluggish performance on offense against the Augusta GreenJackets. RHP Caedmon Parker (L, 1-3) struggled in his final start of May, tossing 3.2 innings, allowing eight hits, six runs and walking

Runners Left on Doom Kannapolis in Second Loss of Series to Augusta

Ballers Leave Tying and Winning Runs On-Base in Ninth in Defeat against GreenJackets
May 28, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – On the first Towelers night of 2026 in Kannapolis, the Cannon Ballers rallied late but fell for the second time in as many days, 6-5, to the Augusta GreenJackets Thursday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. RHP Blaine Wynk (L, 0-2) was dealt the loss in just one

Augusta Spoils Kannapolis Win Streak with Late Offense Wednesday

Ballers Surrender Four Runs in Final Two Frames to Fall for First Time Since May 9 at Home
May 27, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers rallied in the bottom of the ninth inning, but fell just short, 6-5, as the Augusta GreenJackets evened up the series Wednesday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. RHP Truman Pauley went 3.2 innings in another start in Kannapolis. Pauley allowed three hits, two

Ballers Offense Does Just Enough in 3-1 Series Opening Win over Augusta Tuesday

Bullpen Shuts Down GreenJacket Bats in Kannapolis’ Eleventh Win in Last 12 Contests
May 26, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers notched their eighth win in a row with a, 3-1, showing in the series opener against the Augusta GreenJackets at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the win, Kannapolis now sits at 25-21, tied for second place in the South division of the Carolina League,

Kannapolis Seals Comeback Late for Fifth Win of Series over Myrtle Beach

Payne Earns First Save of Pro Career to Nail Down Ballers Victory Late
May 23, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers took home their sixth straight win in a, 5-4, Saturday night showing against the Myrtle Beach Pelicans at Atrium Health Ballpark. RHP Caedmon Parker got the start and hurled a solid 4.1 innings against Myrtle Beach. Parker tied his career high with seven

Three-Run Sixth Lifts Ballers over Pelicans to Clinch Series Win Friday

Kannapolis Bullpen Soars Late in Dreary Night’s Victory over Myrtle Beach
May 22, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers won a, 3-2, thriller to secure a fourth straight series victory over the Myrtle Beach Pelicans Friday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. RHP Blaine Wynk started the game for the Ballers with a scoreless three innings, giving up two hits and striking out

Mogollon’s Home Run Powers Kannapolis to Third Win of Week over Myrtle Beach

Pauley Earns First Career Win with Five Innings of One-Run Baseball
May 21, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers won a rain-shortened game three against the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, 3-1, for their fourth straight victory on Thursday evening at Atrium Health Ballpark. RHP Truman Pauley (W, 1-5) secured his first victory of the season, going five innings, allowing four hits, one run

Banks Guides Ballers to Third Straight Win in Wednesday Shutout over Pelicans

Mogollon Extends Hit Streak with Homer in Victory Against Myrtle Beach
May 20, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers shutout the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, 7-0, behind a dominant start from Max Banks and an offensive masterclass Wednesday evening at Atrium Health Ballpark. RHP Max Banks (W, 3-0) picked up his third win of the season behind six scoreless innings. This is the

Ballers Offense Falls Flat in 5-2 Loss to Fireflies Saturday

Columbia Steals Win to Set Up Decisive Series Finale on Mother’s Day
May 9, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers could not find enough offense in front of a packed Atrium Health Ballpark as they fell, 5-2, to the Columbia Fireflies Saturday night. RHP Truman Pauley (L, 0-5) was dealt the loss for the Ballers. In his 3.2 innings, Pauley allowed four runs

Banks Leads Charge with Quality Start in Kannapolis’ Third Win of Series Friday

Ballers Score a Pair in First, Hold on to Clinch Series Split at Minimum against Columbia
May 8, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers rode the wave of more dominant pitching to secure another, 3-2, victory against the Columbia Fireflies Friday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the win, Kannapolis gains more ground in the Carolina League South division, now just one game back of exiting the

Ballers Overcome Early Struggles to Swipe Victory over Fireflies Thursday

Pitcher’s Battle Lands in Favor of Kannapolis in Extra-Innings Tussle with Columbia
May 7, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers completed a gutsy comeback to take a series lead with a, 3-2, walk-off win over the Columbia Fireflies Thursday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the win, Kannapolis eats into their deficit in the Carolina League South division, leaping to 12-18 and forcing

Three Columbia Home Runs, 15 Strikeouts Burn Kannapolis in 7-2 Loss Tuesday

Ballers Go Hitless for First Half of Game, Unable to Piece Together Offense
May 5, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers dropped their series opener, 7-2, against the Columbia Fireflies Tuesday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. RHP Blaine Wynk (L, 0-1) was dealt the loss as the starter, tossing three innings of work and giving up two runs on two hits, walking three batters

Early Offense from RiverDogs Dooms Kannapolis in 5-2 Loss on Saturday

Base Hits Spread over Course of Game Haunts Ballers in Efforts to Win against Charleston
April 25, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Three runs in the top of the first inning by the Charleston RiverDogs set the tone for a rainy night in downtown Kannapolis, with the Cannon Ballers falling, 5-2, Saturday at Atrium Health Ballpark. The Ballers are now 6-14 on the season, in the basement of the

Q's Draw Four Walks in Ninth to Seal Second Victory of Series

Kannapolis Withstands Push from Charleston Late in Win at Home
April 25, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Stiven Flores drew the fourth walk of the inning in the bottom of the ninth with the bases loaded to give the Kannapolis Q’s a, 7-6, thriller of a win over the Charleston RiverDogs Friday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the win, Kannapolis leaps to 6-13

Two-Run Lead Not Enough for Kannapolis in 10-9 Loss to Charleston

RiverDogs Get Big Night from Bodine in Ballers Second Defeat of Series
April 23, 2026

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The top three bats in the order manufactured seven of Kannapolis’ 11 hits in Thursday night’s game, but the Cannon Ballers fell just short of their second win of the week in a, 10-9 defeat to the Charleston RiverDogs at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the loss, the