Bleed Cubbie Blue · Jul 26, 2024
Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: July 25
Christian FranklinThe Cubs acquired outfielder Gilberto Celestino from the Pirates for cash considerations. The 25-year-old from the Dominican Republic was hitting .271/.348/.356 in 67 games with Indianapolis this year. He had signed with the Pirates this past offseason as a minor-league free agent after spending the first part of his career in the Twins organization. Celestino will provide outfield depth for Iowa.
Iowa Cubs
The Iowa Cubs lost to Indianapolis (Pirates), 7-2.
Riley Thompson started and took the loss after giving up four runs on six hits in just three innings. All four runs and five of the six hits came in the third inning. Thompson walked two and struck out one.