Cubs Minor League Wrap: Iowa falls to Memphis, 6-3
The Iowa Cubs suffered their eighth consecutive loss, falling to the Memphis Redbirds 6-3. Starting pitcher Connor Noland was carted off the field after being hit in the ankle by a line drive. Despite the loss, Ryan Jensen provided a strong relief performance, pitching 2.1 scoreless innings.
- ▪Iowa Cubs lost to the Memphis Redbirds, marking their eighth straight defeat.
- ▪Starting pitcher Connor Noland was injured and had to leave the game after being hit by a line drive.
- ▪Ryan Jensen relieved Noland and pitched 2.1 scoreless innings, striking out four batters.
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