Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Cubs put Edward Cabrera back on the injured list so quickly?
Cabrera was placed on the 15-day IL for the second time in 2026 with a blister issue on his right middle finger. He had just been activated on Sunday to make his first start since June 23 before the injury flared up again.
What is Javier Assad's ERA in 2026?
Assad has a 3.59 ERA in 80.1 innings across 21 total appearances this season, including 10 starts. Since being recalled from Triple-A on June 7, he has been even better with a 2.48 ERA in 54.1 innings.
What role will Javier Assad likely play now that he's back with the Cubs?
Assad will most likely return to a bulk reliever role with the Cubs. David Peterson could slide back into the starting rotation to replace Cabrera's spot.
How long will Dansby Swanson be out with his oblique strain?
Craig Counsell hopes Swanson's oblique strain will only keep him out for about four weeks. Swanson was placed on the injured list ahead of Monday's series opener against the White Sox.
Who replaced James Triantos on the Cubs' active roster?
Owen Miller was called up to serve as the primary backup infielder after James Triantos was optioned to Triple-A. Kevin Alcántara also rejoined the roster to provide another right-handed bat off the bench.
Aldo Soto
With a journalism degree from Eastern Illinois University and a decade of Cubs reporting, my work has appeared on 670 The Score, ESPN 1000, and the Pinwheels and Ivy Podcast. I cover Cubs news and analysis for Sports Mockery, including roster moves, game breakdowns, and prospect development.
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