Iowa Cubs Crush St. Paul Saints 21-7 in Record-Setting Offensive Explosion

DES MOINES, Iowa — The Iowa Cubs delivered a stunning offensive performance Thursday night, routing the St. Paul Saints 21-7 at Principal Park. Every batter in the lineup recorded at least two hits or a home run, showcasing the depth and power of the Cubs' Triple-A affiliate.

Left-hander Josh Fleming made his Cubs debut, allowing two runs on four hits over four innings. He walked two and struck out two. Corbin Martin earned the win after pitching a scoreless fifth inning, despite allowing a solo home run to the first batter he faced.

Bethancourt and Long Lead the Charge

Designated hitter Christian Bethancourt was the star of the night, hitting two home runs — a solo shot in the fourth,