Bleed Cubbie Blue · May 6, 2019
Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: May 5
Dylan HeuerThe Iowa Cubs hit six home runs as they soaked the Omaha Storm Chasers (Royals), 8-1.
Matt Swarmer was the beneficiary of all this offense, but he didn’t really need it. Swarmer got the win after allowing one run on five hits over five innings. He struck out six and walked two.
Xavier Cedeno faced three batters in a rehab assignment. He retired the first on a ground out and then exited after back-to-back singles.
Left fielder Donnie Dewees tied the game up 1-1 with his third home run of the year in the third inning. Dewees was 2 for 4 and also contributed a sacrifice fly. Dewees scored twice.