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Miguel Amaya Carted Off, Sent Back to IL With Sprained Ankle

X-rays cleared him of a fracture, leaving the Cubs to depend on Carson Kelly and Reese McGuire at catcher as Amaya’s recovery timeline is determined.

Aug 13, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Chicago Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya (9) is taken from the game on a cart after injuring his ankle at first base in the eighth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images
Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya leaves the game with a left leg injury during eighth inning against the Blue Jays on Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025, in Toronto. (Nathan Denette/The Canadian Press via AP)
Chicago Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya .
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Overview

  • Amaya returned Wednesday from a 60-day stint on the injured list following a left oblique strain, marking his first game action since May 24.
  • He collapsed in the eighth inning at Toronto after beating out an infield single and landing awkwardly on the front corner of first base.
  • Manager Craig Counsell said X-rays showed no fracture but confirmed a left ankle sprain that will send Amaya back to the injured list.
  • Carson Kelly and Reese McGuire are expected to resume primary catching duties in Amaya’s absence.
  • The setback removes a key bat and clubhouse presence as the Cubs press to maintain their spot in the National League playoff picture.