Chicago Cubs' Matthew Boyd Joins Injured List Amid Rotation Troubles
Boyd latest Cubs starting pitcher to be put on IL
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The Chicago Cubs have placed left-hander Matthew Boyd on the 15-day injured list due to a left biceps strain, retroactive to April 3. This follows the injury of right-hander Cade Horton, impacting the team's starting rotation as they prepare to face the Tampa Bay Rays.
- 01Matthew Boyd placed on the 15-day injured list due to a left biceps strain.
- 02Cade Horton was also placed on the injured list with a strained forearm.
- 03Boyd has a 6.75 ERA in two starts this season, including a strong outing with 10 strikeouts against the Los Angeles Angels.
- 04The Cubs recalled right-hander Javier Assad to start against the Tampa Bay Rays.
- 05Boyd was an All-Star last season, finishing with a 3.21 ERA over 1792⁄3 innings.
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The Chicago Cubs have placed left-handed pitcher Matthew Boyd on the 15-day injured list due to a left biceps strain, a move that is retroactive to April 3. This decision comes shortly after the team also placed right-hander Cade Horton on the injured list due to a strained forearm. Boyd, who earned his first All-Star selection last season, has struggled this year, holding a 6.75 ERA over two starts. Despite a poor performance on Opening Day against the Washington Nationals, he rebounded with a strong outing against the Los Angeles Angels, where he struck out 10 batters. The Cubs have recalled right-hander Javier Assad from Triple-A Iowa to take the mound against the Tampa Bay Rays. Boyd's absence is a significant blow to the Cubs' starting rotation as they navigate early-season challenges.
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The injuries to key pitchers like Boyd and Horton could affect the Cubs' performance and depth in the starting rotation, potentially impacting their chances in upcoming games.
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