Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: August 16

Zack ShortThe Iowa Cubs grounded the Colorado Springs Sky Sox (Brewers), 9-3.

Trevor Clifton started and allowed three runs on five hits over 4.2 innings. He walked three and struck out two.

Kyle Ryan got the win because Clifton didn’t go five, but in this case, he earned it as he did not allow a run over 3.1 innings. He gave up just two hits and no walks, although he did hit a batter. Ryan struck out five.

Second baseman Stephen Bruno had the big bat today, going 3 for 4 with two doubles and a walk. Bruno scored twice and had two RBI.

Catcher Chris Gimenez went 2 for 5 with a double and an RBI single

Center fielder Terence Gore played his first game in the Cubs organization and singled, stole…