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Ex-Sycamore Rea Shines in Cubs Victory
11 Apr
Summary
- Colin Rea secured the win for the Chicago Cubs with a strong pitching performance.
- Several other baseball players with Wabash Valley connections had notable performances.
- Grant Magill and Randal Diaz showcased offensive prowess in recent games.
Colin Rea, a former Indiana State Sycamore, secured a pitching win for the Chicago Cubs in their 6-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday. Rea pitched five innings, allowing only two hits and one run while striking out two batters, improving his earned-run average to 3.18.
His professional baseball journey began after being drafted by the San Diego Padres in 2011. Rea has since played in eight major league seasons with multiple teams, including the Marlins, Cubs, and Brewers, and even had a stint in Japan.
Several other players with Wabash Valley connections also demonstrated their skills recently. Sean Manaea pitched effectively in his game, and Grant Magill hit a significant three-run homer. Randal Diaz has been promoted and is contributing with hits and RBIs for his High-A affiliate.
Further highlights include Braydon Tucker receiving a loss for his Double-A team, Luke Hayden starting for his High-A club, and Tim Herrin making brief relief appearances for the Cleveland Guardians. Matt Jachec also pitched in relief, allowing hits and runs.
