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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 18

Minor League Wrap: Shaw, Ballesteros, Vazquez, Strumpf all home as Iowa splits doubleheader

Iowa powers to a game one victory, but that’s the end of the good news tonight. After two days of “everyone wins,” we’ve got an “everyone loses” day. At least Iowa also won.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 5

Minor League Wrap: Chase Strumpf hits walk-off HR as Iowa beats Omaha, 6-5

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.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 13

Minor League Wrap: Chase Strumpf’s return not enough for I-Cubs

The Baby Cubs lost a lot of close games tonight, so they may be ready for the majors. The Cubs activated Iowa infielder Chase Strumpf off the injured list.

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 7, 2024

Minor League Wrap: Strumpf slugs I-Cubs past Mud Hens, 9-6

Three losses today, but a win for the I-Cubs. David Bote went on the injured list after taking a pitch in the wrist yesterday. RHP Matthew Thompson was promoted to Iowa from Tennessee, although I assume he’s taking Daniel Palencia’s spot and not Bote’s.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleacher Nation / March 10, 2024

Chicago Cubs Lineup: Chase Strumpf at 2B

Drew Smyly and this Cubs lineup will take on the Texas Rangers this afternoon in Arizona.

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