The Cubs have to map out their rotation plans for a pair of openers this season, adding an atypical layer to the Spring ...

According to multiple reports Monday out of Arizona, manager Craig Counsell told reporters that right-hander Javier Assad is getting an MRI on a strained oblique that kept him from participating ...

Assad is likely vying for the Cubs' fifth rotation spot this spring, with Jordan Wicks among his top competitors, Tony Andracki of Marquee Sports Network reports. Assad made a career-high 29 ...

Javier Assad #72 of the Chicago Cubs pitches during the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on September 25, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Tim Nwachukwu/Gett ...

Here are today’s particulars. Cubs lineup: Nationals lineup: Fun fact: Javier Assad and DJ Herz both played for the 2022 Tennessee Smokies in the Cubs system, but not at the same time.