The Cubs placed infielder James Triantos on the 7-day injured list. Right-handed pitcher Peter Solomon was activated off the injured list.
You know, if the major league Cubs weren’t so good, I’d be hearing it more about the struggles down on the farm.
Iowa Cubs
The Iowa Cubs were paved over by the Syracuse Mets, 5-4.
Peter Solomon got the start and gave up three runs on five hits over three innings. Solomon walked two and struck out three.
Nate Pearson threw the eighth inning and gave up a game-tying solo home run with two outs.