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Cubs fly the W in Iowa
The Cubs defeated the Reds in a 4-2 game amongst the corn. Brandon Hughes kept the Reds from scoring in the last two innings despite a late Reds rally. The game was special, and I’ll have plenty of moments throughout this article.
Two perfect innings of relief for Brandon Hughes! 👏#MLBatFieldOfDreams pic.twitter.com/MamdAIJzge
— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) August 12, 2022
Magical moments in Iowa
The Field of Dreams game opened with Vin Scully reciting the most famous scene from the movie. Just days after his passing, his voice was a comforting reminder of why baseball is the best.
"People will come, Ray. People will most definitely come."
The legendary Vin Scully recites the famous scene from the Field of Dreams movie 💙🤍 pic.twitter.com/vLf7Ef8QdE
— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) August 11, 2022
The Griffeys have a catch
Vin Scully didn’t make you shed a tear? Here is another heartwarming video for you.
"Hey dad, you want to have a catch?"
The Griffeys are making us tear up. #MLBatFieldOfDreams pic.twitter.com/FPXuppj11x
— MLB (@MLB) August 11, 2022
Harry Caray sings at the Field of Dreams
Yes, you read that right. A Harry Caray hologram performed “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” during the seventh inning stretch in Iowa. It was met with very mixed reviews.
Harry Caray hologram sings “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” #FieldofDreams
🎥: @MLBONFOX pic.twitter.com/tJLMbE0v0Q
— CBS Sports (@CBSSports) August 12, 2022
Guardians sweep to extend win streak
The Guardians swept the Tigers, extending their win streak to five. The game ended in 10 innings after a go-ahead run with a two-out single from Oscar Gonzalez. The Guardians currently lead the AL Central and increased their lead over the Twins to 1 1/2 games.
Oscar Gonzalez has the @CleGuardians back on top in the 10th! 🙌#ForTheLand pic.twitter.com/XySTCa8K1V
— Bally Sports Cleveland (@BallySportsCLE) August 11, 2022
Marlins end Phillies’ win streak
The Marlins pitchers excelled with Edward Cabrera pitching into the sixth inning, and Tanner Scott ended the game with the team’s seventh shutout. Kyle Schwarber dealt with a nagging calf injury he’s been suffering with through the last few weeks. He left the game and might not make the lineup for the Phillies’ next series against the Mets.
Edward Cabrera, Nasty 86mph Slider. 😨
6th K pic.twitter.com/hAtEupWKji
— Rob Friedman (@PitchingNinja) August 11, 2022
Best Moments From Yesterday
Votto talks about his time on the field
Joey Votto and Ian Happ were both mic’d up during the game, but Votto certainly charmed viewers with his stories and reflection on facing some of the best to play the sport.
.@JoeyVotto on what being at the Field of Dreams means to him. ❤️ #MLBatFieldofDreams pic.twitter.com/En0wjKUsrZ
— MLB (@MLB) August 12, 2022
Joey mic'd up always makes us laugh #MLBatFieldOfDreams pic.twitter.com/c3rzdTK4h2
— Cut4 (@Cut4) August 12, 2022
Reds rally in the seventh
Matt Reynolds puts the Reds on the board in the bottom of the seventh with an RBI double.
Not so fast, says Matt Reynolds 👀
The @Reds plate a pair with the RBI double to make it 4-2
📺: FOX and the FOX Sports App ➡️https://t.co/GmeB1mHwLO pic.twitter.com/5XCDZ3s23C
— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) August 12, 2022
Aquino ends the inning with a cannon throw
Aristides Aquino kept the Cubs from scoring with his deep catch and cannon arm, launching the ball to third for the out.
A word of advice: don't run on Aristides Aquino 🚫 @Reds
📺: FOX and the FOX Sports App ➡️ https://t.co/GmeB1mHwLO pic.twitter.com/fayA5s6CzG
— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) August 12, 2022
Cubs start off hot
The Cubs plate three in the first inning.
A THREE spot from the @Cubs in the 1st inning! 💪
📺: FOX and the FOX Sports App pic.twitter.com/KhttMxZZhQ
— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) August 11, 2022
Injuries
Max Fried is out indefinitely with a concussion.
Joe Kelly left with lightheadedness and is questionable.
Drew Pomeranz has been added to the 60-day injury list with a right forearm injury.
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