Category Archives: Iowa Cubs

Cubs-Mariners trade involves four ex-Midwest Leaguers

Posted on July 20, 2016 by Craig Wieczorkiewicz

The Chicago Cubs and the Seattle Mariners completed a four-player trade Wednesday, and all four players are former Midwest Leaguers. The Cubs traded a pair of prospects, first baseman Dan Vogelbach and RHP Paul Blackburn, to the Mariners for left-handed … Continue reading →

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Sullivan, Hernandez named MWL players of the week

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Craig Wieczorkiewicz

Bowling Green Hot Rods catcher Brett Sullivan and Quad Cities River Bandits RHP Jose Hernandez respectively were named the Midwest League offensive player and pitcher of the week for the period of June 13-19. During that time, Sullivan batted .500 … Continue reading →

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Almora collects first MLB hit, RBI in Cubs win

Posted on June 8, 2016 by Craig Wieczorkiewicz

Former Kane County Cougars outfielder Albert Almora collected his first major-league hit and RBI in the Chicago Cubs’ 8-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. Almora made his MLB debut on Tuesday, grounding out as a pinch-hitter in the … Continue reading →

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SmartAsset: Four MWL cities among 25 best in MiLB

Posted on October 2, 2015 by Craig Wieczorkiewicz

Four Midwest League cities are ranked among the top 25 in Minor League Baseball, according to a new study by SmartAsset. Davenport, Iowa — home of the Quad Cities River Bandits — is tied with Des Moines, Iowa — home … Continue reading →

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Bader, Deetz named Midwest League players of the week

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Craig Wieczorkiewicz

Peoria Chiefs outfielder Harrison Bader and Quad Cities River Bandits RHP Dean Deetz respectively were named the Midwest League offensive player and pitcher of the week for the period of August 24-30. In seven games during that period, Bader batted … Continue reading →

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