Right-handed pitcher Julio Teheran opted out of his contract with the Cubs and was released.
Iowa Cubs
The Iowa Cubs clipped the wings of the Louisville Bats (Reds), 3-2.
Thomas Pannone pitched the first five innings and allowed two runs on five hits. One of the hits was a solo home run by former Cub P.J. Higgins. Pannone walked two and struck out three.
The win went to Sam McWilliams with two innings of scoreless relief. McWilliams struck out three and walked one.