In case you missed it, South Bend outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is dealing with a hand injury, which has been called “minor.” He’s not expected to miss significant time, but he may miss another week or two. Crow-Armstrong has not played since June 10.
A late loss by the Smokies prevented a perfect night.
The Iowa Cubs calmed the Omaha Storm Chasers (Royals), 4-2.
Mark Leiter Jr. turned in a strong start, allowing just one run on a solo home run by Ivan Castillo in the fourth inning. Leiter’s final line was one run on two hits over five innings.