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Cubs Uncertain on Kyle Tucker’s Postseason Return as Calf Strain Lingers

Counsell now points to a five-game runway to judge his readiness.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 5: Kyle Tucker #30 of the Chicago Cubs looks on from the bench during the fourth inning against the Washington Nationals at Wrigley Field on September 5, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
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
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Overview

  • Tucker remains on the 10-day injured list with a left calf strain that first flared on Sept. 2 and led to an IL move on Sept. 9.
  • As of Sunday he had not resumed running drills, though he has continued hitting during rehab.
  • He traveled to Tampa with a Cubs medical staffer to work with a familiar physical-therapy group and is set to rejoin the team at Wrigley Field for evaluation on Tuesday.
  • Manager Craig Counsell said the club must determine “when, and if” Tucker will be available and does not expect him in Tuesday’s starting lineup, framing a likely five-game runway.
  • The Cubs have clinched a wild-card berth, and Tucker’s early-season All-Star form contrasted with a slower second half leaves his potential October impact uncertain.