Cubs minor league teams have mixed results; Matthew Boyd rehabs in South Bend
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Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Cubs' minor league teams had varying outcomes on June 20. The Knoxville Smokies secured a playoff spot after defeating the Chattanooga Lookouts, 3-1, with strong pitching from Grant Kipp and Tyler Santana. Meanwhile, the South Bend Cubs fell to the Ft. Wayne TinCaps, 3-2, despite Matthew Boyd's impressive four-inning rehab stint where he struck out seven without allowing runs. The Iowa Cubs lost to the Indianapolis (Reds), 7-4, with Brett Bateman contributing significantly but ultimately falling short. The Myrtle Beach Pelicans were also defeated, 8-1, by the Delmarva Shorebirds.
- •Knoxville Smokies clinched a playoff spot with a 3-1 win.
- •Matthew Boyd pitched four scoreless innings for South Bend.
- •Iowa Cubs lost to Indianapolis, 7-4, despite Bateman's efforts.
- •Myrtle Beach Pelicans fell to Delmarva Shorebirds, 8-1.
- 2:14 AMYahoo Sports — Cubs Minor League Wrap: Matthew Boyd rehabs in South Bend
"The Smokies clinch a playoff spot. Matthew Boyd rehabs with South Bend.
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