Bleed Cubbie Blue · May 18, 2024
Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: May 17
Pablo AliendoRight-handed pitcher Ethan Roberts was promoted up to Iowa.
Iowa Cubs
The Iowa Cubs lost to the Syracuse Mets, 12-5.
Starter Dan Straily took the loss after getting hammered for six runs on seven hits over 5.1 innings. He walked four and struck out five
Two of those hits were home runs to former Cub Trayce Thompson. Thompson would go on to hit a third home run tonight off of Sam McWilliams.
Second baseman Bryce Windham doubled twice in a 2 for 4 game.
Owen Caissie was in center field again and went 1 for 3 with a double and two walks. He had two RBI and scored once.
Tennessee Smokies
The Tennessee Smokies burned the Rocket City Trash Pandas (Angels), 4-3.