Iowa Cubs sweep doubleheader against Omaha behind BJ Murray's grand slam
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 3:17 AM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

The Iowa Cubs completed a doubleheader sweep over the Omaha Storm Chasers on September 18, winning 2-1 in game one and 10-2 in game two. Justin Steele made a solid rehab start in game one, striking out five in two innings. The Cubs capitalized in game two, with BJ Murray hitting a grand slam during a six-run sixth inning. Tyler Ferguson earned a save in game one, while Braxton Garrett took the win in game two, giving up only one run over five innings. Iowa finishes the season with two more games against Omaha.
- •Iowa Cubs win game one 2-1 and game two 10-2.
- •Justin Steele allows no runs in his rehab start.
- •BJ Murray hits a grand slam in game two.
- •Braxton Garrett records the win in game two.
- •Iowa Cubs conclude the season against Omaha.
- 3:17 AMYahoo Sports — Iowa Cubs Minor League Wrap: Steele dazzles as I-Cubs sweep DH
"Iowa takes two from Omaha as BJ Murray hits a grand slam.
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