Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kevin Gausman healthy enough to start Game 2 against the Padres?
Gausman is not close to 100% but made the Cubs' 26-man playoff roster and said he feels 'good enough to go out there and give it everything I got.' He injured his left, non-throwing shoulder about a week before the game when he banged it awkwardly making a play against the Marlins.
How did Kevin Gausman hurt his shoulder?
Gausman hurt his left shoulder while making a great defensive play against the Miami Marlins, lunging to record an out at third base after Michael Busch fired him the ball. He landed awkwardly and banged up the shoulder, feeling significant weakness in it immediately after standing up.
What shoulder did Kevin Gausman injure and does it affect his pitching?
Gausman injured his left, non-throwing shoulder, which means it doesn't directly impact his ability to throw. However, he admitted he's had to figure out what movements he may need to change on the mound to do what he wants to do.
Who will back up Kevin Gausman in the bullpen for Cubs Game 2?
The Cubs are expected to have Craig Counsell turn to Clay Holmes or David Peterson at some point during Game 2 if Gausman can't go deep into the game due to early struggles or shoulder issues.
What are the Cubs' chances after losing Game 1 of the Wild Card Series?
The Cubs are in serious trouble, as teams that have lost Game 1 of a Wild Card Series since the format changed to a best-of-three in 2022 are just 1-15. Chicago faces elimination in Game 2 in San Diego.
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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