Cubs Place Edward Cabrera, Dansby Swanson On Injured List
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- The Chicago Cubs placed right-hander Edward Cabrera on the 15-day injured list due to a right middle finger blister, and shortstop Dansby Swanson on the 10-day IL with a left oblique strain, prompting roster moves including recalling Javier Assad, Kevin Alcántara, and selecting infielder Owen Miller's contract.
- Swanson's oblique injury is expected to sideline him for about four weeks, with Nico Hoerner covering shortstop in his absence, while infielder Matt Shaw may return from the IL soon to provide additional depth.
- Owen Miller, added to fill the shortstop role, has a strong minor league performance this year but modest major league stats; he offers versatility and speed, having experience at every position except catcher.
- Cabrera, who recently returned from a hamstring strain, struggled with a blister in his first outing back and will likely be used as a reliever for the remainder of the season to manage his recurring blister issues.
- Right-hander Daniel Palencia was transferred to the 60-day IL to open a 40-man roster spot for Miller; Palencia has been on the IL since June with elbow inflammation and is nearing a return from rehab.
