Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: June 16 (2024)

The Cubs today added right-hander Ethan Roberts to the 40-man roster and assigned him to Triple-A Iowa—where he was already pitching. The Cubs had a deadline of today to add Roberts to the 40-man or he could opt out. To make room for Roberts on the roster, José Cuas was designated for assignment.

Then there is this report floating around.

Chicago Cubs prospect Moises Ballesteros is being promoted to AAA Iowa.

— Down on the Farm (@DownontheFarm8) June 17, 2024

Iowa Cubs

The Iowa Cubs seized the Columbus Clippers (Guardians), 11-6.

Starter Riley Thompson pitched four innings and gave up five runs, four earned, on seven hits. Thompson struck out three and walked no one.

The Cubs bullpen, however, turned in five innings and only gave up one run. Brad Wieck pitched one scoreless inning and gave up one hit. Wieck struck out three and walked one.

Michael Arias pitched two scoreless innings without allowing a hit. He did walk one batter. Arias did not strike anyone out.

Eduarniel Nunez pitched the eighth inning and got the win. He allowed no runs and no hits, but he walked one and struck out two.

Porter Hodge pitched the ninth inning in a non-save situation. Hodge surrendered a run on two hits. He struck out one and walked no one.

The I-Cubs were trailing 5-4 going into the top of the ninth when they exploded for seven runs. Right fielder Owen Caissie connected for a three-run home run in the ninth, his eighth on the season. Caissie went 1 for 3 with two walks and a sacrifice fly for four total RBI.

DH Miles Mastrobuoni has been on a hot streak lately. Today, Mastrobuoni went 4 for 5 with a double. He had a two-run single in the fourth and an RBI single in the ninth for three total runs batted in. He scored twice.

Third baseman BJ Murray Jr. was 3 for 4 with a walk. He scored twice.

Center fielder Cole Roederer was 2 for 5 with a double and two runs scored.

Shortstop Luis Vazquez was 2 for 6.

Mastrobuoni’s two-run single.

Masto comes up clutch! pic.twitter.com/bm0rCJwwIr

— Iowa Cubs (@IowaCubs) June 16, 2024

Caissie’s home run.

Owen Caissie providing some insurance runs in a BIG way! pic.twitter.com/5P2Yr4adTj

— Iowa Cubs (@IowaCubs) June 16, 2024

Tennessee Smokies

The game in Biloxi was cancelled because of unplayable wet field conditions. It will not be made up.

South Bend Cubs

The South Bend Cubs were fired by the Peoria Chiefs (Cardinals), 6-5 in 11 innings.

Sam Armstrong pitched the first three innings and gave up one run on three hits. He struck out four and did not walk anyone.

Angel Gonzalez held the Chiefs scoreless in the bottom of the tenth inning, but he couldn’t do it again in the eleventh and allowed the winning run to score on a walk-off balk. Both Gonzalez and manager Nick Lovullo were ejected arguing that call.

The final line on Gonzalez was one unearned run on no hits over 1.1 innings, but two walks (one intentional) and a hit batter. Gonzalez struck out two.

First baseman Jonathon Long hit a solo home run in the seventh inning, his eighth of the season. Long went 1 for 5 with two runs batted in.

Shortstop Jefferson Rojas was 2 for 5 with an RBI triple. Rojas scored twice.

Myrtle Beach Pelicans

The Myrtle Beach Pelicans captured the Columbia Fireflies (Royals), 11-10 in 11 innings.

Starter Nico Zeglin held the Fireflies scoreless over four innings, permitting just two hits. He struck out five and walked no one, but he did hit one batter.

Mason McGwire relieved Zeglin and gave up three runs over two innings—but all three runs were unearned. McGwire allowed just one hit, but he walked three and struck out three.

The win went to Shane Marshall, who allowed a run in the top of the tenth and the top of the eleventh. Marshall’s line was two runs, both unearned, on no hits over two innings. He walked one and struck out two.

First baseman Drew Bowser hit a walk-off two-run double in the bottom of the eleventh to win it. Bowser had a great game, going 3 for 5 with a walk and four total RBI. He scored twice.

RIght fielder Jacob Wetzel connected on a solo shot in the sixth inning, his fourth of the year. Wetzel went 3 for 4 with two walks and two stolen bases. He scored three times, including the first of the two runs on Bowser’s double.

Third baseman Christopher Paciolla was 3 for 5 with a double and one run scored.

Highlights:

ACL Cubs

Off day.

Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: June 16 (2024)

FAQs

What minor league teams are the Cubs in 2024? ›

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today announced their minor league managers and coaching staffs for the 2024 season. The Cubs minor league clubs include Triple-A Iowa, Double-A Tennessee, High-A South Bend, Low-A Myrtle Beach, the Arizona Complex League Mesa Cubs and the Dominican Summer League Cubs.

How many AAA teams do the Cubs have? ›

The Chicago Cubs farm system consists of seven Minor League Baseball affiliates across the United States and in the Dominican Republic.

Are the South Bend Cubs affiliated with the Chicago Cubs? ›

The South Bend Cubs are a Minor League Baseball team of the Midwest League and the High-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs.

Where do the Cubs minor league play? ›

Start out in the Midwest in Des Moines with Triple-A Iowa and venture east to High-A South Bend or kick things off with a trip to the shore and Single-A Myrtle Beach. Just don't forget to stop off in Knoxville and head a few minutes east where Double-A Tennessee toils in the shadows of the Great Smoky Mountains.

Who owns the Cubs in 2024? ›

The Ricketts Family becomes owner of the Cubs on October 27, 2009.

Who have the Cubs signed for 2024? ›

Signed OF Ivan Brethowr, 3Bs Matt Halbach, Cole Mathis, Cam Smth, C Ariel Armas, SS Ronny Cruz, 1B Edgar Alvarez, RHPs Brooks Caple, Ryan Gallagher, Daniel Avitia.

Who is the Cubs Double-A team? ›

The Tennessee Smokies are a Minor League Baseball team based in Kodak, Tennessee, a suburb of Knoxville. The team, which plays in the Southern League, is the Double-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs.

Who are the Chicago Dogs affiliated with? ›

The Chicago Dogs are an independent professional baseball team based in Rosemont, Illinois. They are members of the American Association of Professional Baseball, an official Partner League of Major League Baseball.

What is Single-A Double-A Triple-A? ›

The current minor league classification system divides leagues into one of five classes, those being Triple-A (AAA), Double-A (AA), Class A (Single-A or A), Class A Short Season, and Rookie. Furthermore, Class A is further subdivided into Class A Advanced, and Class A.

What beer is served at Cubs games? ›

Concessions Guide
Menu ItemStand NameSection
BudweiserBars Concourse107, 114, 118, 122
Bud LightPortables Bleachers501, 504, 506, 507, 514, 515, 540
Bud LightPortables Upper Deck306, 308, 311, 321, 323, 326, 328
Bud LightPortables Mezzanine209, 212, 214, 217, 218, 222, 223, 228, 232
36 more rows

Are there any Mexican in the Cubs team? ›

Early life, family and education. Assad was born and raised in Tijuana, Mexico. While playing Little League Baseball as a youth, he was teammates with future professional baseball player Alfonso Rivas. (Assad and Rivas became teammates on the Chicago Cubs following Assad's promotion in 2022.)

Who is the owner of the South Bend Cubs? ›

Andrew Berlin is Chairman and Owner of the South Bend Cubs.

What were the previous names of the Iowa Cubs? ›

The Iowa Oaks were among the six American Association teams that year. And in 1982, the Oaks became the Cubs - one year after they became the Chicago Cubs' top minor league team. But there is more to the history of professional baseball in Des Moines than names and dates.

Who are the Iowa Cubs a farm team for? ›

In 1981, the team affiliated with the Chicago Cubs. After a final season as the Oaks, they adopted the nickname of their parent team in 1982 becoming the Iowa Cubs. The name is often shortened to "I-Cubs" to avoid confusion with the major league team.

How old do you have to be to go to a Cubs game? ›

MLB Child Ticket Policy

There's no minimum age for attending MLB games; babies and kids of all ages are welcome. While you will need to buy a ticket for older kids to attend MLB games, most ballparks allow children under three or four years of age to attend for free if they sit in their guardian's lap.

What are the Cleveland Indians minor league teams? ›

List of Cleveland Guardians minor league affiliates
  • Columbus Clippers.
  • Akron RubberDucks.
  • Lynchburg Hillcats.
  • Lake County Captains.
  • Cleveland Guardians.

What is the name of the Cubs Triple-A team? ›

The Iowa Cubs are a Minor League Baseball team of the International League and the Triple-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs.

What minor league team do the Cubs play for in Indiana? ›

The South Bend Cubs are a U.S. Class A minor league baseball team, based in South Bend, Indiana, that plays in the Midwest League.

What minor league team is the Chicago Cubs in Tennessee? ›

The Tennessee Smokies are a Minor League Baseball team based in Kodak, Tennessee, a suburb of Knoxville.

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