Cubs Activate Edward Cabrera From 15-Day IL
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- The Chicago Cubs are activating right-hander Edward Cabrera from the 15-day injured list to start against the Cardinals, optioning Javier Assad to Triple-A Iowa in a corresponding roster move.
- Cabrera returns after an eight-week absence due to a left hamstring strain and has made three rehab appearances with strong strikeout performances in the minors.
- Despite high hopes, Cabrera has struggled this season with a 5.10 ERA, increased home runs allowed, and declining strikeout and walk rates compared to his 2025 season.
- The Cubs' rotation has been a weak point despite recent trades for Clay Holmes, Kevin Gausman, and David Peterson, with mixed results from those acquisitions.
- Javier Assad, who has been a versatile but inconsistent swingman, is being sent down to Triple-A as the Cubs adjust their pitching staff with Cabrera’s return.
