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Iowa Cubs edge Indians in extras as rehab pitchers perform well

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Iowa Cubs edge Indians in extras as rehab pitchers perform well
Summary

The Iowa Cubs defeated Indianapolis, 5-3, in ten innings on August 5, 2026. Edward Cabrera, Hoby Milner, and Daniel Palencia all made rehab appearances, with Cabrera striking out eight over four innings. Catcher Owen Ayers contributed significantly with two RBIs, including a key double in the tenth. The Knoxville Smokies swept a doubleheader against the Chattanooga Lookouts, while the Myrtle Beach Pelicans were no-hit in their doubleheader against the Columbia Fireflies. South Bend and Cedar Rapids were tied 1-1 in a rain-interrupted game.

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  • •Cubs lead 5-3 after ten innings against Indianapolis.
  • •Cabrera allows one unearned run with eight strikeouts in four innings.
  • •Knoxville Smokies sweep doubleheader, winning 4-0 and 4-1.
  • •Myrtle Beach Pelicans endure no-hitter in doubleheader.
  • •South Bend Cubs game tied 1-1 before rain delay.
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  • 2:29 AMYahoo Sports — Cubs Minor League Wrap: Cabrera, Milner, Palencia all rehab for Iowa
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Iowa got good news from major league pitchers. Knoxville dominates Lookouts.

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