Surprising Celebration at The Corner Taproom

On Wednesday night, patrons at The Corner Taproom in Cascade, Iowa, were treated to a delightful surprise while cheering on their local hero, Chicago Cubs pitcher Colin Rea. During the thrilling game against the Milwaukee Brewers, which ended in a nail-biting 4-3 victory for the Cubs, announcers Boog Sciambi and Jim Deshaies made a fun proposition that quickly turned into a reality.

Mozzarella Sticks for the House

As the game unfolded, Sciambi suggested to Deshaies that they should celebrate with mozzarella sticks for everyone if Rea managed to secure a 6-4-3 inning-ending double play. In a perfect turn of events, that’s exactly what occurred when Brewers’ William Contreras grounded to shortstop Dansby Swanson. The enthusiastic celebration at The Corner Taproom, a local hotspot committed to supporting Rea, added an exciting layer to the game-night atmosphere.

Supporting a Local Star

The Corner Taproom has been honoring Colin Rea’s contributions to the Cubs by offering a free drink for each strikeout he records. This promotion gained further attention when the broadcasters mentioned it while setting the stage for Rea's matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies back on June 10. The announcers stayed true to their word, and the restaurant shared a photo showcasing four platters of “Cheese Stix” from the neighboring Happy Joe's pizzeria.

Rea’s Solid Performance

On the night of the mozzarella sticks celebration, Rea delivered a commendable performance, throwing 5.2 innings with only two earned runs on three hits while striking out three batters. Although the Cubs closer, Daniel Palencia, allowed one run in the ninth, he managed to secure the save, ending the game with a tense moment as Contreras lined out with the bases loaded.

With such a spirited connection between fans, local establishments, and the Cubs’ performance, it was certainly a night to remember for everyone involved.