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Cubs’ Kyle Tucker Seeks Outside Calf Treatment in Tampa as Rehab Stalls

The trip reflects a shift to new therapy following a rehab plateau before the postseason.

Sep 5, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) hits a three-run home run against the Atlanta Braves during the third inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images/File Photo
DENVER, CO - AUGUST 31: Kyle Tucker #30 of the Chicago Cubs adjusts his sunglasses in the second inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field on August 31, 2025 in Denver, Colorado.
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Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker looks on from the dugout during a doubleheader against the Brewers on Aug. 19, 2025, at Wrigley Field. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Overview

  • Tucker left the team Wednesday with a Cubs medical staffer to work in Tampa with Optimal Performance & Physical Therapies and physical therapist Jeremy Maddox.
  • Manager Craig Counsell said Tucker’s left calf has not responded to recent treatment and described the progress as having plateaued.
  • Counsell noted the plan was Tucker’s idea and that the club is aligned with pursuing a different approach given prior success with the same group in 2024.
  • Tucker last played on Sept. 2 and was placed on the injured list retroactive to Sept. 6, leaving limited time for game reps before the regular season ends Sept. 28.
  • The Cubs clinched a playoff berth on Wednesday, and Counsell is hopeful Tucker can rejoin the team for the Sept. 23 homestand to prepare for the postseason.