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Cubs Hold Out Kyle Tucker With Calf Tightness as Pivotal Recheck Nears

Chicago positioned top prospect Owen Caissie in town as a precaution for a potential injured-list move.

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Sep 5, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run against the Atlanta Braves during the third inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images.
Aug 22, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) runs the bases after hitting a home run in the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Kyle Tucker was not in the Cubs’ Friday lineup against the Nationals as the team continued day‑to‑day management of his left calf issue.
  • Craig Counsell initially noted some improvement and left open a designated-hitter return, but after Friday’s win he said the calf was no better and called Saturday a big day for progress.
  • ESPN’s Jesse Rogers reported that Owen Caissie is in Chicago in case an IL move is needed, and any placement could be backdated to allow an earlier return.
  • Tucker exited Tuesday’s game against the Braves in the seventh inning due to worsening tightness, shortly after an 11-game surge in which he hit .400/.489/.800 with four home runs.
  • Chicago powered past Washington 11–5 on Friday behind four homers and contributions across the lineup as the club maintains a strong position in the NL Wild Card race.