Bleed Cubbie Blue · Sep 22, 2023
Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: September 21
Kevin AlcántaraRight-handed reliever Frankie Scalzo Jr. was named to the Midwest League All-Star Team. Scalzo pitched 35 times for the Cubs and went 4-4 with a 2.35 ERA and ten saves. He struck out 64 and walked 21 in 66 1⁄3 innings.
Good news out of Chattanooga tonight.
Tennessee Smokies
The Tennessee Smokies got in the eyes of the Chattanooga Lookouts (Reds), 5-1. The Smokies won the Southern League North Division playoffs two games to none.
Starter Walker Powell gave the Smokies a great chance to win with five innings, allowing just one run on three hits. Powell got the win after striking out six and walking no one.