Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: April 14

Matt ShawInfielder Leonel Espinoza joined the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, where he played 13 games last year. Outfielder Christian Olivo went on the 7-day injured list.

So, everyone loses today. Except the major leaguers, and that’s what counts.

Iowa Cubs

The Iowa Cubs were martyred by the St. Paul Saints (Twins), 13-11.

Rough start for Sam McWilliams who put the I-Cubs in an early hole by giving up seven runs on six hits over 2.2 innings. Two of those hits were home runs. McWilliams walked two and struck out no one. McWilliams took the loss.

Riley Thompson made things worse by getting knocked around for five runs on nine hits (including one home run) over two innings. He also let two runners…