Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: April 14

Jordan NwoguIowa’s defense really let them down this evening.

Iowa Cubs

The Iowa Cubs were run over by the Omaha Storm Chasers (Royals), 11-8.

Javier Assad started and allowed two runs on two hits over 2.2 innings. He struck out two, walked one and hit a batter. Assad threw 47 pitches, 29 for strikes, as the Cubs stretch him out as a starter.

Cam Sanders was the only Cubs pitcher who really pitched well tonight. He threw two scoreless innings, allowing just one hit. Sanders struck out three and walked two.

The loss went to Manuel Rodríguez, who gave up five runs, including four in the top of the ninth, over one inning. Only three of the five runs were earned. Rodríguez gave up three hits and…