Storm Chasers Trounce I-Cubs
DES MOINES, IA - The Iowa Cubs (24-15) suffered a series sweep at the hands of the Omaha Storm Chasers (18-21) as they fell 8-1, Tuesday at Principal Park.
DES MOINES, IA - The Iowa Cubs (24-15) suffered a series sweep at the hands of the Omaha Storm Chasers (18-21) as they fell 8-1, Tuesday at Principal Park.
The Storm Chasers began hitting starter
Underwood scattered two hits and two walks through the next two frames but was able to keep the Storm Chasers from extending their lead until the middle innings.
A three-run homer from
Brian Flynn (W, 1-2) was perfect through four before
Iowa's bullpen effort was sturdy as it picked up 5.0 frames today.
Postgame Notes:
• Duane Underwood Jr. matched career highs with 11 hits and seven earned runs allowed.
• Iowa was swept by Omaha for the first time at Principal Park since June 11-13, 2012.
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Iowa takes the day off tomorrow before returning to face New Orleans with a doubleheader on Thursday at 4:38 p.m. Promotions include Mug Club and the first Iowa Cubs Mini Card Pack Giveaway. For more information or tickets, visit www.iowacubs.com.