Iowa Cubs fall to Toledo Mud Hens in close matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 3:22 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The Iowa Cubs lost 7-6 to the Toledo Mud Hens on July 4, 2026. Grant Kipp started for Iowa but struggled, allowing five runs in four innings. Despite a strong performance from the bullpen, Doug Nikhazy faced difficulties in the ninth inning. Brett Bateman and Jonathon Long shone offensively, with Bateman hitting a solo home run and Long contributing a two-run homer. The Iowa Cubs look to bounce back in their next game against the same opponent.
- •Iowa Cubs scored six runs against Toledo Mud Hens
- •Grant Kipp allowed five runs over four innings
- •Doug Nikhazy took the loss after a rough ninth inning
- •Brett Bateman and Jonathon Long each hit home runs
- •Iowa Cubs aim to secure a win in the upcoming rematch
- 3:22 AMYahoo Sports — Cubs Minor League Wrap: Happy 4th of July
"South Bend finished a win from yesterday. Then they got rained out.
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