Cubs Minor League Wrap: Smokies storm back to beat Clingstones, 4-3
The Knoxville Smokies achieved a comeback victory against the Columbus Clingstones, winning 4-3. Meanwhile, the Iowa Cubs suffered their seventh consecutive loss, falling to the Nashville Sounds. The Cubs claimed pitcher Christian Roa off waivers from the Orioles and assigned him to Triple-A Iowa.
- ▪The Knoxville Smokies rallied in the ninth inning to secure a 4-3 win.
- ▪The Iowa Cubs lost their seventh straight game, with a final score of 4-3 against the Nashville Sounds.
- ▪Christian Roa was claimed off waivers by the Cubs from the Orioles and sent to Triple-A Iowa.
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