Nashville TN, September 15, 2025
News Summary
The Nashville Sounds clinched a 7-2 victory against the Gwinnett Stripers during their last home game of the season at First Horizon Park. Oliver Dunn’s grand slam and Raynel Delgado’s two-run homer highlighted the match, while Anthony Seigler’s standout performance supported the team’s offensive efforts. Pitcher Bruce Zimmermann secured his 10th win, leading the Sounds to finish strong on their home turf. Following this decisive win, the Sounds will head to Louisville for their final road games of the season.
Nashville, TN – The Nashville Sounds secured a decisive 7-2 victory against the Gwinnett Stripers in their final home game of the season at First Horizon Park on Sunday. The win marked a successful ending to their home schedule, with the team finishing strong on their turf.
Key highlights of the game included Oliver Dunn‘s go-ahead grand slam in the bottom of the second inning, propelling the Sounds to a 4-0 lead. This grand slam was especially significant as it was Dunn’s first career grand slam and the fourth for the Sounds this season. Following Dunn’s powerful hit, Raynel Delgado added to the score with a two-run homer in the fourth inning, extending the Sounds’ lead to 6-1.
Throughout the game, Anthony Seigler delivered a standout performance, achieving three hits, including a double and an RBI single, aiding in the Sounds’ offensive success. The scoring began in the second inning, where the Sounds loaded the bases thanks to walks from Jeferson Quero and Delgado, as well as a single from Seigler. After Gwinnett managed to score a run in the top of the third, Nashville responded quickly with more scoring in the fourth.
Sounds’ pitcher Bruce Zimmermann contributed significantly by pitching 5.0 innings, striking out four batters, and securing his 10th win of the season. In the fifth inning, Seigler’s additional RBI single allowed Tyler Black to score, pushing the lead to 7-1. Despite a run from Gwinnett in the seventh inning off reliever Julian Merryweather, the Nashville bullpen, including Blake Holub and Easton McGee, finished the game strong by not allowing any hits in the final two innings.
The victory concluded a strong campaign for the Nashville Sounds at home, where they managed to win five of their last six games. Throughout the 2025 season, the Sounds played 24 games against the Stripers, winning 16 of those matchups. Following this last game at home, the Sounds will take a day off before heading out for six concluding road games against the Louisville Bats, with the next match set for Tuesday evening at Louisville Slugger Field, starting at 5:35 PM CT.
Dunn’s grand slam proved crucial as he had previously entered the game with an impressive .500 batting average while the bases were loaded. Delgado’s performance has also been notable in the second half of the season, boasting a .318 batting average since the All-Star break. Tyler Black had a solid game, hitting 2-for-4 and achieving two steals, which marks his first game since July 2023 where he recorded multiple hits and steals. Furthermore, Seigler’s three-hit game marks one of six instances this season where he achieved three or more hits in a single game, showcasing his ability against Gwinnett pitching. Delgado also celebrated reaching 40 stolen bases in a single season for the first time in his career, rounding off a memorable game for the Sounds.
The game not only highlighted individual successes but also capped off a thrilling 2025 season for the Nashville Sounds at their home field.
FAQs
What was the final score of the game?
The final score was 7-2 in favor of the Nashville Sounds against the Gwinnett Stripers.
Who hit the grand slam?
Oliver Dunn hit the grand slam in the bottom of the second inning.
When is the next game for the Sounds?
The next game is scheduled for Tuesday at 5:35 PM CT against the Louisville Bats.
How many games did the Sounds play against the Stripers this season?
The Sounds played 24 games against the Gwinnett Stripers, winning 16 of them.
What was significant about Tyler Black’s performance in the game?
Tyler Black recorded two hits and stole two bases, marking his first game with multiple hits and steals since July 2023.
Key Game Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Final Score | Nashville Sounds 7 – 2 Gwinnett Stripers |
| Grand Slam | Oliver Dunn (Bottom 2nd inning) |
| Two-run Homer | Raynel Delgado (Bottom 4th inning) |
| Successful Pitching | Bruce Zimmermann (5.0 innings, 4 strikeouts) |
| Next Game | Tuesday at 5:35 PM CT against Louisville Bats |
| Home Games Record | 5 of last 6 games won at home |
| Games Against Gwinnett | 24 games played, 16 wins |
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