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• Minor League Wrap: Ed Howard drives in 3 as the I-Cubs beat Louisville, 6-4

Ed Howard | Dylan Heuer Ed Howard leads Iowa past Louisville. The Smokies fall to Birmingham. Outfielder Brennen Davis finally got called up to the major leagues, but only so the Cubs could put him on the 60-day injured list. The Cubs claimed right-hander Jimmy Herget off of waivers from the Braves and assigned him to Triple-A Iowa. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs scorched the Louisville Bats (Re...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Kilian bounces back with solid rehab start as Iowa splits doubleheader

Caleb Kilian | Dylan Heuer Iowa finally plays and splits a doubleheader. The other three teams in the system come out on top. Everyone wins! OK, Iowa lost too. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs’ home field was playable tonight and they split a doubleheader with the Columbus Clippers, losing game one 9-5 and winning game two 5-1. Jordan Wicks started game one on a rehab assignment and went 2+ innin...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Smokies cook the Biscuits, 9-5

Chase Strumpf | Dylan Heuer In what is getting to be monotonous, the Smokies won and everyone else lost. The Cubs signed outfielder Trayce Thompson to a minor league deal. Trayce played with the Iowa and Chicago Cubs previously in 2021. The Mets released Thompson a week ago. With Owen Caissie dealing with back issues, Iowa was down to three outfielders, although catcher Bryce Windham can ...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Chase Strumpf hits walk-off HR as Iowa beats Omaha, 6-5

Chase Strumpf | Dylan Heuer The Smokies win their 7th in a row. Iowa walks it off. The Cubs signed catcher Christian Bethancourt to a minor league deal and assigned him to Triple-A Iowa. The 32-year-old veteran was released by the Marlins last month. The Smokies and Pelicans are going in opposite directions. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs calmed the Omaha Storm Chasers (Royals), 6-5 on a walk-of...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Owen Caissie leads Iowa past Louisville, 3-2.

Owen Caissie | Dylan Heuer Iowa sneaks by Louisville. Tennessee and Myrtle Beach win with shutouts. Right-handed pitcher Julio Teheran opted out of his contract with the Cubs and was released. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs clipped the wings of the Louisville Bats (Reds), 3-2. Thomas Pannone pitched the first five innings and allowed two runs on five hits. One of the hits was a solo home run by ...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Pete Crow-Armstrong has 10 total bases as I-Cubs stomp Indy, 12-0

Pete Crow-Armstrong | Dylan Heuer Pete Crow-Armstrong goes off on Indianapolis. Tennessee and South Bend win as well. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs routed Indianapolis (Pirates), 12-0. Jordan Wicks made a rehab appearance in this game and looked just fine. He pitched two innings and gave up two hits and no runs. He struck out three and walked no one. Wicks threw 33 pitches and 22 of them were s...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Kilian bounces back with solid rehab start as Iowa splits doubleheader
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• 2023 Cubs prospect profiles: Ben Brown

Dylan Heuer Beginning our profiles of prospects in the Cubs system with their top MiLB pitching prospect, Ben Brown. Based on Fangraphs’ top 52 prospects list, minus the players who have already been profiled. Triple A and Double A players that might see the 40-man roster at some point. Ben Brown is the Cubs’ No. 3 prospect according to that list. He’s a tall righthander with a high 90s fa...2023
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• Cubs prospects make midseason Top 100 lists from Baseball America, MLB Pipeline

Pete Crow-Armstrong | Dylan Heuer Two major publications updated their top prospects lists this week. Two major publications, Baseball America and MLB Pipeline, both updated their Top 100 prospects lists to include recently-drafted players. And while the two lists are quite different, both lists include several Cubs prospects. Both organizations agree that Orioles shortstop Jackson Hollida...2023
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• Minor League Wrap: Ben Brown, Nelson Velázquez power Iowa past Indianapolis, 7-1
Nelson Velázquez | Dylan Heuer Iowa powers past Indianapolis. South Bend shuts down Whitecaps. Smokies walk past M-Braves. The Cubs today announced that they have signed ten more picks from the recently completed draft. They are: Josh Rivera SS (3rd round) Will Sanders RHP (4th round) Yahil Melendez SS (7th round) Carter Trice 2B (12th round) Grayson Moore RHP (14th round) Ty Johnson RHP (...2023
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• Minor League Wrap: 3 Iowa homers leads to 4-3 win over Clippers.
Yonathan Perlaza | Dylan Heuer Iowa uses the longball to beat Columbus. The Pelicans throw a one-hitter. The Smokies bang out 11 runs. The Cubs made a trade today, acquiring catcher P.J. Higgins from the Diamondbacks for cash considerations. Obviously the Cubs are quite familiar with Higgins. They drafted Higgins in the 12th round in 2015 and he played 83 games in the majors between the 2...2023
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• BCB After Dark: He did the Mash
Matt Mervis | Dylan Heuer The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if it’s time for Matt “Mash” Mervis to make his major-league debut. It’s another week here at BCB After Dark: the swingin’-est afterparty for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. We’re so glad to see you stop by on this nice evening. Come on in. There’s no cover charge. We still have a few...2023
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• Iowa Cubs announce Opening Day roster
Dylan Heuer The Cubs Triple-A affiliate is loaded with prospects and familiar names In advance of tonight’s season opener against the Columbus Clippers at Principal Park in Des Moines, the Iowa Cubs announced their Opening Night roster for the 2023 season. The Iowa Cubs are led this season by prospects such as outfielder Brennen Davis, first baseman Matt Mervis and right-hander Cam Sanders...2023
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• BCB 2023 Cubs Top 25 Prospects List: 11 through 15
Alexander Canario | Dylan Heuer Today’s prospects feature a lot of guys who would be top ten or even top five in a different year. It’s day three of five in our countdown of the Cubs top prospects for 2023 and once again I am struck at how deep the system is. Also, I’ve noticed that I’ve been referring to the 2021 minor leagues by their current name and not the official generic name they ...2023
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• BCB After Dark: Time for the “Mash” unit?
Matt Mervis | Dylan Heuer The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks you if Matt Mervis will be the Cubs’ first baseman next year. Welcome back to BCB After Dark, the happening spot for night owls, early-risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come join us on this September evening. The show is just getting started. There’s no cover charge tonight. Please let us find a table f...2022
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"Dylan Heuer The Cubs Triple-A affiliate is loaded with prospects and familiar names In advance of tonight’s season opener against the Columbus Clippers at Principal Park in Des Moines, the Iowa Cubs announced their Opening Night roster for the 2023 season."

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"Darius Hill | Dylan Heuer The Pelicans post their 11th shutout of the season."

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"com's Dylan Heuer doesn't believe Baker is a good fit for the Marlins: Miami called upon 2003's championship skipper, Jack McKeon, to lead the team for a brief 90-game stint on an interim basis in 2011."

• Minor League Wrap: Owen Caissie leads Iowa past Louisville, 3-2.
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• Cubs prospects make midseason Top 100 lists from Baseball America, MLB Pipeline
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• Minor League Wrap: Iowa falls to Indianapolis, 5-3 in ten innings.
Caleb Kilian | Dylan Heuer Everyone loses tonight, but there were at least a few highlights. The Cubs announced the signing of 11th-round pick Zyhir Hope to a reported $400,000 bonus. That’s $250,000 over the bonus limit of $150,000 for picks after the tenth round. I believe I have written the slot for third-day picks was $125,000. That was the old bonus amount that teams could offer with...2023
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• Minor League Wrap: Ben Brown, Nelson Velázquez power Iowa past Indianapolis, 7-1
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• Minor League Wrap: 3 Iowa homers leads to 4-3 win over Clippers.
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• BCB After Dark: Pick your prospect
Christopher Morel | Dylan Heuer The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if you’d rather have Christopher Morel or Matt Mervis on the Cubs right now. Welcome back to BCB After Dark: the swingin’ spot for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. We’ve got a big week planned here and we’re glad you’re here to start it out right. I hope you had a good weekend—or...2023
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• Cubs roster move: Caleb Kilian recalled, Brandon Hughes to injured list
Dylan Heuer The righthander gets another chance in the big leagues. Caleb Kilian, acquired from the Giants (along with Alexander Canario) for Kris Bryant at the 2021 trade deadline, made his MLB debut with some fanfare June 4, 2022 against the Cardinals. He threw five innings and allowed three runs, striking out six, a pretty good first appearance. Starts two and three were... well, not as...2023
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• BCB 2023 Cubs Top 25 Prospects List: 11 through 15
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• BCB After Dark: Who’s on first?
Matt Mervis | Dylan Heuer The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks who will get the most games at first base this year. Welcome back to BCB After Dark: the groovin’ gettogether for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. So glad to see you again tonight. It’s cold out there, but the music and camaraderie is warm in here. There are still a few good tables ava...2023
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• Minor League Wrap: Cade Horton makes his Iowa debut to mixed results. South Bend stuns Lansing 7-6

Cade Horton | Dylan Heuer Iowa loses Cade Horton’s debut, but the other three farm clubs win. Right-hander Joe Nahas was promoted to Tennessee from South Bend. The Cubs signed right-hander Aaron Perry out of Lexington of the Atlantic League. Perry pitched in the Red Sox organization from 2019 to 2023. Perry has been assigned to Myrtle Beach. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs were forced to take s...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Darius Hill’s 2 triples leads Iowa past St. Paul, 7-1
Darius Hill | Dylan Heuer Darius Hill, Caleb Kilian and Alexander Canario led Iowa to victory over St. Paul. Pete Crow-Armstrong has 3 hits in South Bend’s win. Yesterday in After Dark I mentioned that Alexander Canario was promoted to Iowa and Brennen Davis was moved to South Bend to continue his rehab. Today, first baseman/outfielder Greg Deichmann was released. The Cubs also put Pelic...2022
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• Minor League Wrap: Pete Crow-Armstrong has 10 total bases as I-Cubs stomp Indy, 12-0
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• Chicago Cubs Minor League Wrap: September 13

Matt Mervis | Dylan Heuer Things looked good in Iowa; but crumbled late for the Smokies. Good evening everyone. Josh normally handles these recaps but is unavailable tonight, so bear with me as I take guest duties for the night! Iowa Cubs First up it was the Iowa Cubs up against the Saint Paul Saints. Nick Neidert was on the mound, but only for an inning of work, giving up two hits and a...2023
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• BCB After Dark: See you in September?

Pete Crow-Armstrong | Dylan Heuer The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if we will (or should) see top prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong at Wrigley Field this season. Welcome back to BCB After Dark: the grooviest get-together for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. We’ve been waiting for you to stop by. There’s no cover charge this evening. Come on in out...2023
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• BCB 2023 Cubs Top 25 Prospects List: 11 through 15
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• Iowa Cubs announce Opening Day roster
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• Cubs roster move: Pete Crow-Armstrong called up, Alexander Canario optioned

Dylan Heuer An era begins. As had been reported by many earlier Monday, and posted here, Cubs outfield prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong has been called up from Triple-A Iowa. He will wear uniform No. 52 and be available for tonight’s game against the Rockies. Outfielder Alexander Canario, who was called up September 1 and went 0-for-1, has been optioned back to Iowa, where he’ll finish the 202...2023
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• Cubs prospects make midseason Top 100 lists from Baseball America, MLB Pipeline
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• 2023 Cubs prospect profiles: Ben Brown
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• Cubs roster move: Luke Little called up, Shane Greene DFA

Dylan Heuer The Cubs have a new lefthander. The Chicago Cubs today selected left-handed pitcher Luke Little from Triple-A Iowa and designated right-handed pitcher Shane Greene for assignment. Little will wear uniform No. 43 and when he appears, it will be his major league debut. Little is 23 and has combined to post a 5-2 record with one save and a 2.12 ERA in 36 games (four starts) betwe...2023
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• Minor League Wrap: Bote’s slam leads Iowa past St. Paul, 11-2
David Bote | Dylan Heuer Iowa can’t stop, won’t stop hitting. South Bend is still undefeated. A short holiday schedule down in the minors. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs excommunicated the St. Paul Saints (Twins), 11-2. Starter Caleb Kilian allowed just one run on four hits over four innings. Kilian did have some control issues as he walked three and struck out just one, but two double plays help...2023
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• Cubs roster move: Caleb Kilian recalled, Brandon Hughes to injured list
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• Minor League Wrap: Kilian bounces back with solid rehab start as Iowa splits doubleheader
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• Minor League Wrap: Four hits, including a grand slam, for Crow-Armstrong as Iowa topples Omaha, 9-3

Dylan Heuer The Smokies clinch a playoff spot! And everybody wins! It’s the final regular season game of the year for the Pelicans and the final game overall for the South Bend. And finally some great news out of Tennessee! The Cubs released right-hander Josh Roberson. Right-hander Starlyn Pichardo was activated and shortstop Leonel Espinoza was sent down to Mesa to make room. Iowa Cubs T...2023
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• Minor League Wrap: Iowa stops Indianapolis, 4-3

Matt Mervis | Dylan Heuer Iowa comes back to snap a three-game losing streak. The Cubs released right-handed pitcher Gregori Montano. He had a 7.88 ERA in seven relief appearances with Myrtle Beach. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs beat Indianapolis (Pirates), 4-3. Starter Nick Neidert pitched five innings and allowed two runs on five hits. Neidert walked one and struck out four. Bailey Horn gave ...2023
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• Minor League Wrap: Mervis, Bote go back-to-back as Iowa stops Storm Chasers, 9-4

Matt Mervis | Dylan Heuer The I-Cubs win their sixth-straight game with Omaha. Smokies and Pelicans also win. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs rained on the Omaha Storm Chasers (Royals), 9-4. Michael Rucker started this contest and allowed just one run on four hits over three innings. Rucker walked two and struck out five. Anthony Kay relieved Rucker, pitched two perfect innings of relief and got ...2023
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• Minor League Wrap: Mervis’ HR leads Iowa to doubleheader split
Matt Mervis | Dylan Heuer Iowa splits a doubleheader. Myrtle Beach collapses late. Brailyn Marquez continues his path back to the majors with a rehab stint in Myrtle Beach starting today. Fellow lefty Scott Kobos was also assigned to Myrtle Beach. Right-handed pitcher Jordan Holloway, most recently of Iowa, has elected free agency and was released. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs split a double...2023
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• Cubs roster move: Cody Bellinger activated from injured list, Matt Mervis optioned
Cody Bellinger during his rehab assignment at Iowa | Dylan Heuer The Cubs center fielder is back. Cubs center fielder Cody Bellinger was injured making this spectacular catch in Houston last month [VIDEO]. At first it was said he was “day to day,” but eventually he went on the injured list with a left knee contusion. He’s missed nearly a month of MLB action. Today, the Cubs activated ...2023
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• Minor League Wrap: Kilian strikes out six as Iowa stops Nashville, 4-1
Caleb Kilian | Dylan Heuer Strong pitching and the long ball lead to four wins today. On Saturday, the minor league system went 6-0. On Sunday, they went 0-4. Today, they went 4-0. I’m starting to see a pattern. Still good pitching today, but just enough offense this time. In the Tuesday transactions, RHP Daniel Palencia was promoted to Iowa from Tennessee. LHP Didier Vargas was promoted t...2023
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• Minor League Wrap: Iowa can’t be stopped; beat Louisville 13-0
Yonathan Perlaza | Dylan Heuer Iowa continues to rack up the runs. South Bend beats the Chiefs as well. Before I give the recap, I’m going to leave this here before people start rumors. Christopher Morel not in the @IowaCubs lineup. Scheduled day off. Nothing to read into.— Tommy Birch (@TommyBirch) April 30, 2023 Morel was at Principal Park. Just not playing. Iowa didn’t really miss...2023
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