News about Drew Smyly

Drew Smyly of the Chicago Cubs loses his perfect game bid in eighth inning on a tragic play

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 21, 2023
Drew Smyly's attempt for a perfect game for the Chicago Cubs was shattered by David Perez' infield single for the Los Angeles Dodgers, who brought off the eighth inning on Friday. The third base line of Perez was dribbled up by Perta's hit. Both Smyly and Yan Gomes charged for the ball, but when the left-hander picked up the ball, the catcher crashed over the pitcher. Smyly was checked by boss David Ross and an athletic trainer, but the pitcher stayed in the game. Miguel Vargas debuted Miguel Vargas on a pop-up to third and beat out James Outman, before being replaced by Jeremiah Estrada.

In the classic cornfield 1989 film, fans flock to Iowa for MLB's second annual Field of Dreams game

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 12, 2022
The Chicago Cubs defeated the Cincinnati Reds in a field of dreams on Thursday in Iowa. Since MLB decided to host a game based on the one from the 'Field of Dreams' beloved 1989 film 'Field of Dreams,' the game has become a fan favorite.