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Pelicans Blast Charleston in Season Opener
Myrtle Beach cruises to 14-0 win as Cubs prospects shine in minor league action
Apr. 3, 2026 at 3:11am
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The Pelicans' season-opening blowout win showcases the explosive energy and potential of the Cubs' minor league system.McCormick TodayThe Myrtle Beach Pelicans, the Chicago Cubs' High-A affiliate, opened their 2026 season with a dominant 14-0 victory over the Charleston RiverDogs (Tampa Bay Rays affiliate) in a game called in the middle of the eighth inning due to rain. Cubs prospects Dominick Reid, Jackson Brockett, Cole Mathis, and Josiah Hartshorn all had standout performances in the lopsided win.
Why it matters
The strong start for the Pelicans and their top prospects is an encouraging sign for the Cubs' minor league system, which is looking to develop talent that can eventually contribute at the major league level. The one-sided victory also showcases the depth of the Cubs' farm system and the potential of their up-and-coming players.
The details
Dominick Reid, the Cubs' 2025 third-round draft pick, made his professional debut and pitched four scoreless innings, allowing just two hits while striking out five and walking one. Jackson Brockett followed with three innings of his own to earn the win. On offense, Cole Mathis hit a three-run home run in the second inning, going 2-for-3 with three walks and four RBIs. Josiah Hartshorn, in his pro debut, reached base five times with a hit and four walks, scoring a run and driving in another.
- The game was called in the middle of the eighth inning due to rain.
The players
Dominick Reid
The Cubs' 2025 third-round draft pick who made his professional debut, pitching four scoreless innings and striking out five.
Jackson Brockett
The pitcher who followed Dominick Reid and earned the win with three innings of work.
Cole Mathis
The Pelicans' designated hitter who hit a three-run home run and reached base five times, driving in four runs.
Josiah Hartshorn
The Pelicans' right fielder who reached base five times in his professional debut, scoring a run and driving in another.
The takeaway
The Pelicans' dominant season-opening win showcases the depth and talent within the Cubs' minor league system, with several top prospects delivering standout performances. This is an encouraging sign for the future of the organization as they look to develop the next wave of talent to contribute at the major league level.
