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Latest Cubs injuries and transactions

April 8, 2026

This page will be updated throughout the year with all the latest Cubs injury news and transactions.

Horton needs elbow surgery that will end his 2026 season

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April 8, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG -- The Cubs’ worst fears for Cade Horton have been realized. Chicago’s budding ace has damage to the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow that will require season-ending surgery, manager Craig Counsell said prior to the team’s game against the Rays on Tuesday. Counsell didn’t specify the

Rotation dealt another blow as Boyd lands on IL -- but Cubs expect minimal stay

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April 6, 2026

ST PETERSBURG -- Three days after losing Cade Horton, the Cubs’ starting rotation was dealt another setback on Monday. However, this one doesn’t sound nearly as worrisome. The team placed Opening Day starter Matthew Boyd on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to April 3) with a left biceps strain. Right-hander

Horton (right forearm discomfort) returns to Chicago for more testing

Righty exited start vs. Guardians after 17 pitches out of caution
April 5, 2026

CLEVELAND -- Cubs righty Cade Horton fired a fastball to Bo Naylor on Friday evening and immediately looked in the direction of the visitors’ dugout at Progressive Field. A moment later, catcher Carson Kelly was up out of the crouch and heading to the mound. Horton represents one of the

Suzuki (knee) scheduled to begin Double-A rehab assignment 

April 1, 2026

CHICAGO -- Seiya Suzuki put on a show in batting practice during Monday’s pregame workout, peppering the bleachers at Wrigley Field with a pile of impressive home runs. That checked the box of looking very much like a hitter who was ready to step back into the heart of the

Suzuki (knee sprain) making progress, nearing rehab assignment

March 29, 2026

CHICAGO -- The goal for Seiya Suzuki during the Cubs’ first homestand was to make notable progress in his comeback from a right knee sprain. The right fielder has been checking off some important boxes, including during Sunday’s pregame workout at Wrigley Field. Suzuki went through a variety of defensive

Seiya to open season on IL; Brown wins Cubs' final bullpen spot

March 23, 2026

MESA, Ariz. -- Wearing a bulky, modified brace on his right knee, Cubs right fielder Seiya Suzuki expressed confidence on Monday morning that he would not be sidelined for a significant amount of time at the front end of this season. Cubs manager Craig Counsell announced on Monday that Suzuki

Conrad, Cubs' first-rounder in '25, to miss more time with back injury

March 22, 2026

MESA, Ariz. – The Cubs felt fortunate to see outfielder Ethan Conrad – considered one of the more polished collegiate bats in last summer’s class – still on the board when their pick arrived in the Draft’s first-round last summer. He has the potential to swiftly climb up the system

Suzuki (knee) will not be ready for Opening Day

March 21, 2026

MESA, Ariz. -- The Cubs are optimistic that they will not be without Seiya Suzuki for too long, but his comeback from a right knee injury will keep the right fielder out of the Opening Day lineup.

Suzuki gets encouraging update as Opening Day remains in play

March 17, 2026

MESA, Ariz. -- The fact that Seiya Suzuki was in a joking mood on Tuesday afternoon seemed to be as good a sign as any. A few days after the Cubs outfielder was forced to exit the World Baseball Classic with a right knee injury, and a day after limping

Suzuki has strained PCL; unclear if he'll hit IL

March 17, 2026

MESA, Ariz. – Seiya Suzuki walked slowly through the Cubs’ clubhouse on Monday, wearing a soft brace on the right knee that he injured in Japan’s final World Baseball Classic game. First baseman Michael Busch offered his teammate a quick hug and a few words of support, and then Suzuki

'Looks like Justin': Steele faces live hitters as key step in recovery

March 13, 2026

MESA, Ariz. – Cubs starters Matthew Boyd and Cade Horton were among a group of pitchers who found seats behind home plate in Sloan Park’s empty stands Friday morning. They were not going to miss this milestone day for lefty Justin Steele. With players and staff looking on, Steele took

Hodge (right flexor strain) to begin season on IL

March 8, 2026

MESA, Ariz. -- The Cubs entered Spring Training with the hope that Porter Hodge was on the cusp of a strong comeback campaign out of the ballclub’s bullpen. That may still play out this season, but the righty has encountered an obstacle that has stalled that storyline. On Sunday morning,

Cubs' Long won't join Chinese Taipei's Classic team due to elbow issue

February 28, 2026

MESA, Ariz. – Jonathon Long was looking forward to experiencing the World Baseball Classic, especially considering his taste of the upcoming tournament would begin inside the famous Tokyo Dome in Japan. In the end, the first baseman felt staying in camp with the Cubs was the appropriate decision. On Thursday,

Cubs offseason addition Austin out for months after knee surgery

February 25, 2026

MESA, Ariz. – When the Cubs signed Tyler Austin over the offseason, the team viewed him as a solid backup option behind first baseman Michael Busch and a hitter who could serve as a bench piece against lefty pitching. Chicago is now examining its contingency plans for those sections on

Cubs, Horton encouraged as rookie makes rehab progress

October 7, 2025

MILWAUKEE -- Cade Horton was out in center field at American Family Field on Monday evening, tossing a football around with teammates. It was a clear sign that the Cubs rookie is feeling like himself more and more as the days go by. “I also threw a baseball,” Horton quipped

Horton (rib fracture) disappointed, but eager to help Cubs any way he can

September 28, 2025

CHICAGO -- Cade Horton is proud of the rookie campaign he has compiled to date for the Cubs. He is proud of how he learned from a gut-punch of an outing in Houston in late June and responded with one of baseball’s best second-half showings. He is proud that his

Cubs dealt untimely blow: Horton to IL with rib fracture

September 27, 2025

CHICAGO – Cubs rookie Cade Horton played catch on Saturday morning at Wrigley Field, and manager Craig Counsell noted that the righty was scheduled to get back on a mound as soon as Sunday. Everything pointed to Horton being on target to take the ball in the upcoming National League

Tucker (left calf) activated off IL for final regular-season series

September 27, 2025

CHICAGO -- With the postseason looming, the Cubs are hopeful that Kyle Tucker can quickly regain his rhythm and make an immediate impact on their lineup. The star outfielder will have this weekend series against the Cardinals to use as a runway to the National League Wild Card Series against

Cubs cautiously optimistic Horton will be ready to go in Wild Card Series

September 25, 2025

CHICAGO -- Cade Horton wants to take the ball when the Cubs face off against the Padres in the upcoming National League Wild Card Series. The rookie might get that chance, but the team wants to ensure that his recent setback is not serious in nature. “He’s adamant he can

Cubs certain Tucker can make impact upon return

September 25, 2025

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Cubs aiming to get Tucker (calf strain) back in lineup on Friday

Horton undergoes MRI after exiting Tuesday's start with back tightness
September 24, 2025

CHICAGO -- If everything goes according to plan, the Cubs have circled Friday as the day Kyle Tucker will make his return from the injured list. Prior to Wednesday’s game against the Mets at Wrigley Field, Cubs manager Craig Counsell noted that he met with Tucker to discuss his ongoing

Horton exits due to back tightness, sickness -- but OK for postseason

September 24, 2025

CHICAGO – Cade Horton has been one of the better pitchers in baseball over the past three months, making the Cubs' rookie a leading candidate to take the ball when the North Siders play their first postseason game in five years next week. Given Horton’s importance to the rotation --

Tucker (calf) runs basepaths, hopeful to return before Wild Card

September 23, 2025

CHICAGO -- Kyle Tucker was back at Wrigley Field with the Cubs prior to the opener against the Mets on Tuesday evening, but the star outfielder was not back in the lineup. With a Wild Card series fast approaching for the North Siders, Tucker is still building toward a comeback

Will Tucker be ready to play for the Cubs in October?

September 22, 2025

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