Cubs Davis 2 HRs in Futures Game, long balls begin at Coors
by Ronald Blum, The Associated Press
Posted Jul 11, 2021 7:45 pm EDT
Last Updated Jul 11, 2021 at 8:00 pm EDT
Matt Liberatore (11) of the National League pitches during the first inning of the MLB All Star Futures game, Sunday, July 11, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Gabe Christus)
DENVER (AP) Brennan Davis saw hitting in Coors Field’s thin air as a fat opportunity, far different from his usual ballparks.
“I’m currently playing in Knoxville, Tennessee,” the Chicago Cubs’ Double-A outfielder said. “It’s noticeable.”
The 21-year-old homered twice and earned MVP of the National League’s 8-3 victory over the American in the Futures Game on Sunday.
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