Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: May 12

Bryce BallThe injury news was bad for the Cubs today as they announced that shortstop Ed Howard suffered a “significant” hip injury. They aren’t willing to call it season-ending yet, but it certainly has that possibility.

They also placed outfielder Brennen Davis on the IL with lower back tightness. We knew about Davis’ injury before and he had not played since May 3.

Iowa Cubs

The Iowa Cubs shut out the Omaha Storm Chasers (Royals), 5-0. It was Iowa’s fourth-straight win.

Luke Farrell dominated in his first start of the year. After putting the first two batters of the game on base via a single and a walk, Farrell then retired the next 12 batters in order. He finished five innings and allowed…