Ghost Peppers Sizzle in Charleston, Take Down Dirty Birds, 7-1

September 12, 2025 - Charleston, WV - In a dominant performance on the road, the Gastonia Ghost Peppers took down the Charleston Dirty Birds 7-1 on Friday night. The win was fueled by a mix of offensive firepower and stellar pitching, with the Ghost Peppers' pitching staff striking out 12 and limiting Charleston to just five hits. Offense: Gastonia was led by Shed Long Jr. who set the tone at the top of the lineup with a 1-for-4 night, driving in a run and swiping a base. His efforts, coupled with a strong sho... Full Story

McKeithan, Crook Fuel Gastonia's 13-4 Rout of Dirty Birds

September 11, 2025 - Charleston, WV - A five-hit night from Aaron McKeithan and a big fifth inning powered the Gastonia Ghost Peppers past the Charleston Dirty Birds, 13-4, Thursday evening at GoMart Ballpark. Gastonia's Offensive Stars: Aaron McKeithan went 5-for-5 with a double (2), an RBI, and three runs scored. Narciso Crook doubled (22), drove in three, and scored once. Justin Wylie added a 2-run single and stole his 31st base. Cole Roederer and Shed Long Jr. each drove in two. Pitching Notes:... Full Story

Wylie, Crook Power Gastonia Past Dirty Birds, 6-3

September 10, 2025 - Charleston, WV - Justin Wylie and Narciso Crook homered as the Gastonia Ghost Peppers took down the Charleston Dirty Birds, 6-3, Wednesday night at GoMart Ballpark. Gastonia's Key Bats: Justin Wylie went 3-for-5 with a homer (27), two RBI, two runs, and a stolen base (30). Narciso Crook added a two-run homer (18) and finished 2-for-3 with a walk. Carter Aldrete went 2-for-5 with an RBI. Shed Long Jr. doubled (2) and collected two hits. Pitching Notes: Nick Wells (W, 7-9): 5.... Full Story

Charleston Dirty Birds 2026 Baseball Schedule Is Announced

September 10, 2025 - Charleston, WV - On Wednesday morning, the Dirty Birds and the Atlantic League announced the full 2026 baseball schedule. There is only 223 days until 2026 Opening Night and season tickets are now on sale. "This is the earliest we have released a schedule to date," said Charleston Dirty Birds General Manager, Ben Blum. "Getting this into the hands of our fans and community early allows for better planning and even more anticipation for Opening Night. We're proud to continue raising the bar bo... Full Story

• Charleston Dirty Birds 2026 Baseball Schedule Is Announced - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) September 10
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• Charleston Dirty Birds and Ristorante Abruzzi Partner On - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) September 5
• James Nelson Named Atlantic League August Player of the Month - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) September 3
• Dirty Birds Claw Back, Barnum Walks It off as Charleston Beats Gastonia 15-13 in Thrilling Fashion - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) August 31
• Gastonia's Big Sixth Inning Drops Dirty Birds, 9-4 - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) August 30
• Gastonia Ghost Peppers Take Down Dirty Birds 4-1 Behind Strong Pitching - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) August 29
• James Nelson Hits 30th Home Run to Reach the 30-40 Club - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) August 27
• Salango Law Dirty Birds Light the Night Presented by Gomart Is Back for 2025 - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) August 19
• Edwards Powers Rockers to Series Finale Win, 10-6 - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) August 17
• Two Charleston Attractions Team up for Two Special Events in September - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) August 17
• Charleston Dirty Birds Unveil Sensory Shed at GoMart Ballpark - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) August 16
• Dirty Birds out Slug High Point, Ending 7-Game Skid with a 7-6 Victory - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) August 13
• Dirty Birds' 6th Annual African American Heritage Night August 12 - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) August 11
• Dirty Birds Crush York 13-2 to Win Series - Charleston Dirty Birds (AtL) August 3
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September 18	AtL	Charleston 3 at High Point 2	Final
September 17	AtL	Charleston 1 at High Point 8	Final
September 16	AtL	Charleston 5 at High Point 12	Final
September 14	AtL	Gastonia 14 at Charleston 12	Final
September 13	AtL	Gastonia 10 at Charleston 4	Final
September 12	AtL	Gastonia 7 at Charleston 1	Final
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• Area roundup: Dirty Birds end baker's-dozen-long skid in season finale - AtL Charleston Gazette-Mail (September 19)
• Area roundup: Winfield claims Cardinal Conference golf title - AtL Charleston Gazette-Mail (September 18)
• Area roundup: High Point roughs up Dirty Birds to begin final series - AtL Charleston Gazette-Mail (September 17)
• Atlantic League baseball: Gastonia stymies Charleston offense with 12 punchouts - AtL Charleston Gazette-Mail (September 13)
• Area roundup: Gastonia routs Dirty Birds, clinches second-half division title - AtL Charleston Gazette-Mail (September 12)
• Atlantic League baseball: Gastonia sends Charleston to seventh-straight loss - AtL Charleston Gazette-Mail (September 11)
• Atlantic League baseball: Ghost Peppers rip Dirty Birds - AtL Charleston Gazette-Mail (September 10)
• Atlantic League baseball: Lexington takes another from Dirty Birds - AtL Charleston Gazette-Mail (September 6)
• Area roundup: Legends walk off again to top Dirty Birds - AtL Charleston Gazette-Mail (September 5)
• Area roundup: Legends return favor, beat Dirty Birds on walkoff - AtL Charleston Gazette-Mail (September 4)
• Atlantic League baseball: Dirty Birds win wild one at Lexington with rally in ninth - AtL Charleston Gazette-Mail (September 3)
• Area roundup: Dirty Birds allow just three hits but fall to Gastonia - AtL Charleston Gazette-Mail (August 30)
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