Bleed Cubbie Blue · Apr 26, 2023
Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: April 25
Kevin AlcántaraThere were a few promotions before today’s game. Outfielder Christian Franklin was promoted to South Bend from Myrtle Beach. Outfielder Bradlee Beesley went up to Tennessee from South Bend. Joining him is right-handed pitcher Carlos Guzman, who also went from High-A to Double-A. Outfielder Ezequiel Pagan was also activated off the injured list for the first time this year and joins South Bend.
Also tonight was the first game in Iowa that used the automatic ball-strike system a.k.a robot umps.
Smokies shortstop Luis Vazquez was named Southern League Player of the Week.
Iowa Cubs
The Iowa Cubs were battered by the Louisville Bats (Reds), 9-4.