FantasyPros 🤖Seiya Suzuki (knee) resumes throwing and hitting http://www.fantasypros.com/mlb/news/575308/seiya-suzuki-knee-resumes-throwing-hitting.php?mp_feature=news&mp_platform=x&mp_sport=MLB via @[email protected] #YouHaveToSeeIt
Christian Bethancourt misses Cubs roster, headed to Triple-A http://www.fantasypros.com/mlb/news/575306/christian-bethancourt-misses-cubs-roster-headed-to-triple-a.php?mp_feature=news&mp_platform=x&mp_sport=MLB via @[email protected] #YouHaveToSeeIt
Seiya Suzuki has strained PCL, Opening Day status unclear http://www.fantasypros.com/mlb/news/574703/seiya-suzuki-has-strained-pcl-opening-day-status-unclear.php?mp_feature=news&mp_platform=x&mp_sport=MLB via @[email protected] #YouHaveToSeeIt
Seiya Suzuki has strained PCL, Opening Day status unclear - Seiya Suzuki News
Cubs skipper Craig Counsell called the MRI results "good news" before saying the club will wait until the weekend before making a decision on Suzuki's Opening Day availability. The slugger injured his right knee on a stolen base attempt with Japan at the World Baseball Classic. He is coming off a 2025 season in which he hit .245 with 32 home runs, five stolen bases, and an .804 OPS across 151 games.
Seiya Suzuki (knee) to undergo MRI Monday http://www.fantasypros.com/mlb/news/574457/seiya-suzuki-knee-to-undergo-mri-monday-.php?mp_feature=news&mp_platform=x&mp_sport=MLB via @[email protected] #YouHaveToSeeIt
Jameson Taillon set up to pitch fifth game of regular season http://www.fantasypros.com/mlb/news/574300/jameson-taillon-set-up-to-pitch-fifth-game-regular-season.php?mp_feature=news&mp_platform=x&mp_sport=MLB via @[email protected] #YouHaveToSeeIt
Jameson Taillon set up to pitch fifth game of regular season - Jameson Taillon News
Cubs skipper Craig Counsell hasn't committed to any rotation order beyond Opening Day starter Matthew Boyd, but Taillon's spring usage and his work with Team Canada at the World Baseball Classic has him lined up to start the fifth game of the regular season. The veteran posted a solid 3.68 ERA across 23 starts for the Cubs in 2025.
Edward Cabrera set up to pitch fourth game of regular season http://www.fantasypros.com/mlb/news/574298/edward-cabrera-set-up-to-pitch-fourth-game-regular-season.php?mp_feature=news&mp_platform=x&mp_sport=MLB via @[email protected] #YouHaveToSeeIt
Edward Cabrera set up to pitch fourth game of regular season - Edward Cabrera News
While Cubs skipper Craig Counsell hasn't committed to any strict rotation beyond Opening Day starter Matthew Boyd, Cabrera's spring usage lines him up for game four of the season. Acquired in an off-season blockbuster from the Marlins, Cabrera posted a 3.53 ERA across 26 starts for The Fish in 2025.
Cade Horton set up to pitch second game of regular season http://www.fantasypros.com/mlb/news/574297/cade-horton-set-up-to-pitch-second-game-regular-season.php?mp_feature=news&mp_platform=x&mp_sport=MLB via @[email protected] #YouHaveToSeeIt
Cade Horton set up to pitch second game of regular season - Cade Horton News
While manager Craig Counsell has not committed to any pitcher's slot after Opening Day starter Matthew Boyd, Horton's spring usage and routine put him in line for game two. The 24-year-old was excellent last season, posting a tidy 2.67 ERA across 23 outings (22 starts) as a rookie.
Seiya Suzuki (knee) to be evaluated by Cubs staff following arrival http://www.fantasypros.com/mlb/news/574284/seiya-suzuki-knee-to-be-evaluated-by-cubs-staff-following-arrival.php?mp_feature=news&mp_platform=x&mp_sport=MLB via @[email protected] #YouHaveToSeeIt
Seiya Suzuki (knee) to be evaluated by Cubs staff following arrival - Seiya Suzuki News
Suzuki left Saturday's quarterfinal matchup against Venezuela in the first inning after injuring his right knee on a stolen base attempt. The 31-year-old has been sensational since joining the Cubs prior to the 2022 season, hitting .269 with 87 home runs, 36 stolen bases, and an .818 OPS across 532 MLB games.
Seiya Suzuki (knee) exits early Saturday with right knee discomfort http://www.fantasypros.com/mlb/news/574130/seiya-suzuki-knee-exits-early-saturday-with-right-knee-discomfort.php?mp_feature=news&mp_platform=x&mp_sport=MLB #YouHaveToSeeIt
Seiya Suzuki (knee) exits early Saturday with right knee discomfort - Seiya Suzuki News
Suzuki was able to walk off the field under his own power, but he had a noticeable limp and struggled getting down the stairs of the dugout. This would obviously be a big blow for both Team Japan and the Chicago Cubs if the injury proves to be serious. He was 3-for-9 with two home runs and six walks in five games for Japan during the World Baseball Classic. The winner of the Japan-Venezuela game would play Italy on Monday in the semifinals. Meanwhile, Suzuki hit .245 with 32 home runs for the Cubs as their primary designated hitter last season. The regular season opens in less than two weeks, so stay tuned for the forthcoming medical update.
Shota Imanaga could slot third in Cubs rotation http://www.fantasypros.com/mlb/news/573828/shota-imanaga-could-slot-third-cubs-rotation.php?mp_feature=news&mp_platform=x&mp_sport=MLB via @[email protected] #YouHaveToSeeIt
