Three Pitchers Combine for First Nine-Inning No-Hitter in Cannon Ballers History
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Seth Keener, Luke Bell and Nick Altermatt combined to toss a nine-inning no-hitter for the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers in a, 6-0, win over the Columbia Fireflies on Saturday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the win, Kannapolis halts their four-game losing streak, getting back in the win
Wolkow Adds a Pair of Home Runs in Kannapolis’ Fourth Loss of Week
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – George Wolkow notched a pair of opposite-field home runs at the plate, but the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers fell for the fourth game in a row to the Columbia Fireflies, 6-3, Friday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the loss, the Ballers drop to 2-5 in the second
Kannapolis Drops Third Straight to Columbia 4-1 in Thursday Night Tilt
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers had plenty of chances in Thursday night’s game with the Columbia Fireflies, but ultimately failed to convert in a, 4-1, loss Thursday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the defeat, the Ballers fall to 2-4 on the second half of the season, with
Early Runs from Fireflies Hurt Ballers in 7-2 Rain-Lengthened Loss
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers surrendered a barrage of early offense from the Columbia Fireflies, falling in Wednesday’s matchup, that was delayed for one hour and 21 minutes, 7-2, at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the loss, Kannapolis falls to 2-3 in the second half, with Columbia jumping to
Late Push from Cannon Ballers Offense Falls Flat in 7-5 Loss to Fireflies Tuesday
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Every batter in the order for the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers reached base in their series opener with the Columbia Fireflies, but the Ballers fell, 7-5, to the Fireflies on Tuesday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the loss for Kannapolis and win for Columbia, both teams shift
Hard Charge from Pelicans Bats Too Much for Kannapolis Saturday
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The top third of the order for the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers produced six hits on the night and two pitchers combined for 10 strikeouts, but the Ballers could not withstand a push in the sixth and seventh from the Myrtle Beach Pelicans. Kannapolis fell 6-3, in the
Pitching Staff Strikes Out Season-High 18 in Kannapolis’ Third Win of Week over Myrtle Beach
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Four Kannapolis Cannon Ballers pitchers combined for 18 strikeouts in the team’s, 4-3, win over the Myrtle Beach Pelicans in front of the biggest crowd of 2024 Friday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the win, Kannapolis moves to 42-25 on the season, 1-0 in the second
Batista Ties Career High in 4-3 Win for Cannon Ballers over Pelicans
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Despite falling behind early to the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers used a masterful performance from their three pitchers and a four-run fourth inning to win, 4-3, on Thursday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the win, the Ballers finish the first half of the
Wednesday’s Doubleheader a Tale of Two Games
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – After falling in heartbreaking fashion in the series opener against the Myrtle Beach Pelicans on Tuesday, the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers fought for two seven-inning games in their penultimate day of the first half in the Carolina League’s season. GAME ONE (Kannapolis 5, Myrtle Beach 0) The Ballers
Ballers On Wrong End of Comeback in 5-4 Loss to Pelicans
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers jumped ahead to a, 2-0, lead in the first inning, but surrendered a trio of runs at the hands of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans in the ninth inning, falling, 5-4, Tuesday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the loss, Kannapolis still is short
Playoffs! Kannapolis Clinches Playoff Spot for First Time since 2018
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Backed by a, 6-0, shutout victory in Salisbury, Maryland against the Delmarva Shorebirds and a walk-off extra innings win by the Myrtle Beach Pelicans over the Columbia Fireflies on Sunday, the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers have clinched the first-half division title in the Carolina League South division in
Three Ballers Notch RBI in 5-2 Win over Columbia
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Backed by three different bats with an RBI and effective pitching late, the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers soared to a, 5-2, victory in front of a packed crowd Saturday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. Following the win, the Cannon Ballers have now amassed a 30-19 record, leaping to
Kannapolis Blanks Columbia in 4-0 Shutout Win Friday
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Three pitchers combined for a complete-game shutout in the third win in a row for the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers, who notched a, 4-0, victory over the Columbia Fireflies Friday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the win, the Ballers move to 29-19 on the season, jumping to
Ballers Use Big Offense in First Inning to Steer 14-5 Victory over Fireflies
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Seven different Kannapolis Cannon Baller batters tallied multi-hit games in a, 14-5, victory Thursday night over the Columbia Fireflies. With the victory, Kannapolis jumps to a 28-19 record, still in first place of the Carolina League South division. Columbia falls to just two games under .500 at
Hernandez’s Eighth Inning Base Hit Pushes Kannapolis Over Columbia Wednesday
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – After falling in the series opener against the Columbia Fireflies on Monday night, the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers used a late pair of runs and a ninth inning stand to win, 3-2, Wednesday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the win, the Ballers move to 27-19 on the
Ballers Winning Streak Ends With Loss in Series Opener Against Fireflies
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Ryan Galanie added his sixth home run of the season in the fifth inning, but the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers saw their four-game winning streak halted in a, 5-4, loss to the Columbia Fireflies Monday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. Despite the loss, the Ballers still hold first
Kannapolis Back in the Win Column With 8-2 Win over Peckers
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – After falling in Thursday’s matchup with the Fayetteville Woodpeckers, the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers bounced back to win, 8-2, Friday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the victory, Kannapolis jumps to 19-17 on the season, just a half-game behind the Columbia Fireflies in the Carolina League South division.
Ballers See Win Streak Snapped in 6-2 Loss to Fayetteville Thursday
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Despite a home run from Ryan Galanie for the second consecutive game, the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers fell to the Fayetteville Woodpeckers in game three of the six game homestand, 6-2, Thursday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the loss, Kannapolis drops to 18-17 in the first half,
Kannapolis Seals Fourth Consecutive Win in 22-1 Final over Woodpeckers Wednesday
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers scored 22 runs on 15 hits and 17 walks in their, 22-1, victory over the Fayetteville Woodpeckers Wednesday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the blowout victory, Kannapolis is winners of their last four, moving into a tie with the Columbia Fireflies for
Cancer Is Life Changing. New and Free Resources Are Now Available to Help Cabarrus County Residents Cope
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – It is estimated that over 165,000 individuals in North Carolina are living with a history of cancer and over 69,000 new cases are anticipated in 2024. When cancer enters someone’s life, it often throws a curve ball that can leave a patient and their loved ones feeling
Ballers Earn Well-Rounded Win in Series Opener Over Woodpeckers
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers played a complete game in the series opener with the Fayetteville Woodpeckers on Tuesday night, winning, 3-0, at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the win, Kannapolis slides into a tie for second place at 17-16, just a half-game behind the Woodpeckers in the Carolina
Pitching Staff Combines to Allow One Hit in Kannapolis’ 7-1 Win Saturday
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Four different Kannapolis Cannon Ballers tallied multi-hit games and the pitching staff combined to allow one hit in Saturday’s, 7-1, win over the Delmarva Shorebirds at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the win in front of a soldout crowd, the Ballers move to 15-16 on the season, sliding
Cannon Ballers Snap Losing Skid with 7-4 Win over Delmarva
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Three Cannon Ballers tallied two-RBI nights and the bullpen rallied for 3.2 shutout innings in a gutsy, 7-4, win over the Delmarva Shorebirds on Thursday night at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the win, Kannapolis snaps a four-game losing streak, moving to 14-15 on the season. Delmarva falls
Barrage of Home Runs Hurt Ballers in 9-2 Loss to Shorebirds
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers dropped their fourth straight game on Wednesday, falling, 9-2, to the Delmarva Shorebirds Wednesday at Atrium Health Ballpark. With the loss, Kannapolis falls to 13-15 on the season, with just three wins in their last 10 games. Delmarva has picked up the pace
Kannapolis Falls in Series Opener against Delmarva Tuesday
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Ryan Galanie cranked a three-run home run in the third inning of Tuesday’s series opener against the Delmarva Shorebirds, but the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers fell in the series opener, 5-3, at Atrium Health Ballpark. RHP Drew McDaniel struggled in his first inning of work but settled in