Bleed Cubbie Blue · Sep 6, 2023
Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: September 5
Brian KalmerPelicans first baseman Brian Kalmer was named Carolina League Player of the Month for August. Kalmer hit .349/.414/.651 with seven home runs and 29 RBI.
RIght-hander Blake Whitney was demoted from Iowa to Tennessee.
Folks, I think we need to start worrying about the Smokies. They had a playoff spot all wrapped up a week ago, but now things are looking dicier. They may still back in to a spot, however.
Iowa Cubs
A massive ninth-inning comeback fell one run short as the Iowa Cubs were thunderstruck by the Omaha Storm Chasers (Royals), 10-9.