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Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 08/20/12

August 20, 2012 12:01 am By Tom U. 18 Comments

Things continue to look good from the ground up in the minor league system and Iowa surprised by winning three out of four to end the week as Dave Sappelt appears to have his eye on the big league club in September. Boise has stayed in the lead in the second half of the season thanks to Rock Shoulders, Stephen Bruno and Albert Almora joining an already impressive list of hitters in Gioskar Amaya, Jeimer Candelario, Dan Vogelbach, and Willson Contreras. Speaking of promising hitters, Jorge … [Read more...]

Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 06/04/12

June 4, 2012 12:30 am By Tom U. 10 Comments

Where has all this offense come from? Peoria's offense has gotten into high gear with the additions of Yasiel Balaguert and Javier Baez. Daytona has won four straight as Arismendy Alcantara, John Andreoli, Rubi Silva, and Ronald Torreyes have suddenly become hitting machines. However, Tennessee continues to struggle with putting runs on the board, needing great pitching by Eric Jokisch and Trey McNutt to secure wins. And Iowa's Josh Vitters has gone on a tear, which has also affected Brett … [Read more...]

Cubs Down on the Farm Report – 08/25/11

August 25, 2011 12:30 am By Tom U. 14 Comments

As the season begins to wind down in the minors, player movement again seems to be the norm. Arizona, Boise, Peoria and Daytona have all struggled as they have tried to integrate new players. But Peoria's Richard Jones is still in play for the Midwest League Triple Crown, while Bryan LaHair is also in the hunt for the same honor in the Pacific Coast League. Meanwhile, Tennessee is trying to take the second half title in the Southern League and secure a playoff bye. Along with News and Notes, … [Read more...]

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