Bleed Cubbie Blue · Jul 15, 2021
Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: July 14
Ed Howard Photo by Mike Carlson/MLB Photos via Getty Images The bad news tonight is that South Bend Cubs outfield prospect Cole Roederer underwent Tommy John surgery yesterday. The good news is that he should be ready for Opening Day next year. It also might be good news if that’s the reason he’s struggled to hit with any power this season.
Iowa Cubs
The Iowa Cubs lost the the Toledo Mud Hens (Tigers), 8-4.
Starter Cory Abbott got lit up for five runs in the third inning and took the loss. Abbott finished with six runs allowed on five hits over 2.2 innings. Abbott walked five and struck out three.
Left fielder Ian Miller was 3 for 4 with an RBI.