The Rome Baseball League affiliate, the Rome Emperors, concluded a six‑game series in Asheville with a commanding 17‑4 win over the Tourists on May 10, boosting their season record to 18‑15. Rome’s offense produced crooked‑number innings early, tallying 15 runs in the first five frames. Cedric De Grandpre earned the victory, delivering five innings of solid work while surrendering three runs. The dominant offensive outburst underscored the team’s capacity for explosive scoring and served as a significant momentum builder within the South Atlantic League. The Emperors continue to leverage balanced pitching and an explosive lineup as they pursue further success.