Particle.news
Download on the App Store
7 ARTICLES
·
3h ago

Cubs Place Jameson Taillon on 15-Day IL With Groin Injury, Recall Javier Assad to Rotation

Michael Soroka has resumed mound work with expectations of a limited build-up.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jameson Taillon (50) throws against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning of the second baseball game of a split doubleheader Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jameson Taillon delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Eric Thayer)
Aug 4, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Michael Soroka (41) throws the ball against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
Image

Overview

  • Taillon went on the IL retroactive to Monday after leaving Sunday’s start with left groin discomfort, and Craig Counsell said the issue could resolve in five to seven days.
  • The right-hander cut short a bullpen at Oracle Park and reported minor discomfort in pre-mound testing, prompting the team to skip his next turn as a precaution.
  • Chicago recalled Javier Assad from Triple-A Iowa to start Saturday at Colorado, using the IL move to bring him back before the 15-day option window.
  • Michael Soroka threw his first bullpen since his Aug. 4 shoulder strain and is progressing, with reporting indicating he likely will not be built to a full starter workload before season’s end.
  • Top prospect Jaxon Wiggins returned with three scoreless innings for Double-A Knoxville and is slated for a regular rotation schedule, while Brandon Birdsell faces season-ending elbow surgery by Dr. Keith Meister.