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Stellar in bulk relief role Assad (5-3) earned the win in Saturday's 6-3 victory over Colorado, allowing two hits and a hit batsman over four scoreless innings. He struck out six without issuing any walks.

Impact It didn't take long for the 26-year-old to be used in his new role, tossing four scoreless frames in relief after Marcus Stroman lasted just three innings in his return to the rotation. Assad scattered two hits - a bunt single and a double - while throwing 36 of 49 pitches for strikes and earned his fifth win thanks to Chicago's late rally. If the righty is deployed in a similar fashion in his next appearance, it could come in the Cubs' final regular-season series in Milwaukee, but Saturday's low pitch count means we may see Assad sooner than that.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Relegated to bullpen Cubs manager David Ross said Saturday that Assad will pitch out of the bullpen going forward, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact With Marcus Stroman returning to the rotation and starting Saturday, Assad will officially end up as the odd man out. The 26-year-old righty has given up eight runs over 13.2 innings across his last three starts and will serve as a multi-inning reliever during the Cubs' final push for a playoff berth.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cruises to fourth win Assad (4-3) picked up the win in Tuesday's 14-1 rout of the Pirates, allowing one run on five hits and a walk over five innings. He struck out eight.

Impact A Ke'Bryan Hayes solo shot in the third inning was the only blemish on Assad's line as the 26-year-old righty set a new career high for strikeouts in a game. Since getting fully stretched out and locking down a spot in the Cubs rotation in mid-August, Assad sports a 2.68 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 36:14 K:BB through 47 innings. He'll likely next take the mound this weekend at home against the Rockies.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Roughed up at Coors Field Assad did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing four runs on five hits and four walks over 3.1 innings against the Rockies. He struck out four.

Impact After lasting at least five innings in six consecutive consecutive starts, Assad failed to complete four frames Tuesday. Despite allowing just five hits, he set a season high in runs and walks allowed. Assad is shaping up for a solid bounce-back opportunity next time out, as he's lined up to take on the Pirates at Wrigley early next week.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Javier Assad struggles with command in Cubs' 6-2 loss to Diamondbacks in opener of 4-game series CHICAGO — Javier Assad’s command has been a staple of his big league success.

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Takes loss Thursday Assad (3-3) allowed three runs on seven hits across 5.1 innings to take the loss Thursday against the Diamondbacks. He walked one and didn't have any strikeouts.

Impact Assad pitched OK, but he couldn't match his last two starts, when he went seven innings each time and allowed just one earned run overall. The righty has been pushed into the rotation with Marcus Stroman (hip) out and Drew Smyly getting shifted into the rotation. Assad has been solid all year with a 2.83 ERA across 92.1 innings, and he'll look to stay sharp in his next start, which is currently penciled in for Tuesday against the Rockies at Coors Field.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eight scoreless in no-decision Assad did not factor into the decision Saturday, allowing seven hits and one walk over eight scoreless innings in a 2-1 loss to the Reds. He struck out seven.

Impact Assad was masterful Saturday, racking up seven strikeouts to match the career-high that he set last time out against Pittsburgh. The 26-year-old righty was removed after eight innings with a 1-0 lead that Chicago's bullpen was unable to protect, sticking him with a tough-luck no-decision. Assad now has five consecutive outings going five-plus innings while allowing two or fewer earned runs, posting a 1.62 ERA, 0.93 WHIP, and 24:8 K:BB across 33.1 innings during that stretch. He'll look to continue his impressive string of starts next time out, which is projected to come at home against the Diamondbacks next week.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gassed Cubs bullpen collapses again, but losing streak falls on the offense Javier Assad was dominant in Saturday night’s 2-1 loss to the Reds, but the slumping hitters didn't help him out.

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Impresses again in win Assad (3-2) earned the win Sunday, allowing a run on three hits and two walks over seven innings against the Pirates. He struck out seven.

Impact After allowing a run in the first inning, Assad rebounded to blank the Pirates over his next six frames while setting a season high with seven strikeouts. Assad's yet to allow more than two earned runs in five starts since rejoining the Cubs rotation, working to a 2.48 ERA in that span. Overall, the 26-year-old right-hander has a 2.96 ERA with a 1.20 WHIP and 60:32 K:BB across 79 innings this season. Assad will look to keep rolling in his next outing, currently lined up for next week in Cincinnati.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two runs in no-decision Assad did not factor into the decision Monday, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks over 5.1 innings against the Tigers. He struck out four.

Impact Assad has been pitching well since filling in for Marcus Stroman (ribs) in Chicago's rotation, working to a 2.45 ERA in his last three starts (18.1 innings). Overall, the 26-year-old Assad is 2-2 with a 3.13 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 53:30 K:BB across 72 innings this season. He's currently lined up to make his next start on the road against the Pirates.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tosses quality start Wednesday Assad allowed three runs (two earned) on four hits and two walks while striking out four batters over six innings in a no-decision against the White Sox on Wednesday.

Impact Marcus Stroman (hip/ribs) was originally expected to start Wednesday, but he had a setback that kept him on the injured list. Instead, Assad got another opportunity in the rotation and notched his second straight quality start. The right-hander opened with three scoreless frames before the White Sox tagged him for a run in the fourth and two more in the fifth, but Assad bounced back with a scoreless sixth before he was relieved. He's pitched well enough to remain a starter even after Stroman returns, though that scenario may depend on whether the Cubs elect to keep Drew Smyly in the bullpen or place him back in the rotation.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to start Wednesday Assad is likely to start for the Cubs on Wednesday versus the White Sox, Mike McGraw of the Chicago Daily Herald reports.

Impact Marcus Stroman (hip/ribs) was expected to return to the Cubs' rotation Wednesday but has suffered a setback and remains on the injured list. Assad tossed seven innings of one-run ball in an impressive start last Friday against the Blue Jays and carries a 3.12 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 45:26 K:BB through 60.2 innings (three starts, 18 relief appearances) this year in a swingman role.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sharp in second win Assad (2-2) picked up the win Friday, allowing one run on four hits and one walk over seven innings in a 6-2 victory over the Blue Jays. He struck out two.

Impact The right-hander delivered his second big-league quality start in the longest outing of his career, tossing 58 of 90 pitches for strikes as he pitched to contact after the Cubs staked him to a 3-0 lead in the first inning. Assad could return to the bullpen if Marcus Stroman (hip) is able to come off the IL and rejoin the rotation when first eligible Aug. 16, but the 26-year-old has been effective in any role. Through 60.2 innings this season, Assad has a 3.12 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 45:26 K:BB.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picking up another start Assad is scheduled to start Friday's game in Toronto, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact After making what was expected to be a spot start in place of the injured Marcus Stroman (hip) last weekend versus Atlanta, Assad will end up sticking around in the rotation for at least one more turn as a replacement for Drew Smyly, who has been moved to the bullpen. Assad has worked exactly 3.2 innings in both of his last two outings, so the right-hander should be stretched out enough to reach five innings Friday and qualify for the win. The Cubs have a pair of off days next week, so Assad would seem likely to have his next turn in the rotation skipped following Friday's start.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records no-decision Saturday Assad allowed two runs on five hits across 3.2 innings and did not factor into the decision in Saturday's game against Atlanta. He walked two and had three strikeouts.

Impact Assad pitched decently in his second start of the season, keeping the Cubs in the game before they went on to an 8-6 win. The righty did snap a stretch of five straight scoreless appearances, though he still has a strong 3.35 ERA this season. Assad should stick in a long-relief role for Chicago.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Assad will start Saturday against Atlanta, Andy Martinez of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Assad has just one start in the majors this season but has done well in his role as a multi-inning reliever by putting up a 3.24 ERA and 1.30 WHIP through 50 innings. The 26-year-old righty typically throws about two-to-three innings per appearance, but he's made it up to five frames multiple times this year.

AUGUST 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sharp again Monday Assad tossed 3.2 scoreless innings of relief in Monday's loss to the Reds. He allowed one hit and three walks, while striking out four.

Impact Assad continued his strong recent play, as he's now recorded five straight scoreless outings, a span of 11.1 innings. That's allowed the righty to lower his season ERA to 3.24. The Cubs don't need Assad in the rotation at the moment, so he should remain a valuable long-relief option, which doesn't do him any favors in fantasy leagues.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tosses four scoreless innings Assad pitched four scoreless innings of relief in Thursday's loss to the Cardinals. He allowed one hit and three walks, while striking out four.

Impact With starter Marcus Stroman struggling and only lasting 3.2 innings, the Cubs needed some length from Assad. The righty delivered, lowering his season ERA to 3.80 in the process. He's been sharp lately, allowing just one earned run over his last five appearances (15 innings) to go along with 15 strikeouts. Assad made eight starts for Chicago last season and could rejoin the rotation at some point if he keeps pitching well, especially if Stroman gets traded before the deadline.

JULY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tosses three scoreless innings Assad tossed three scoreless innings of relief in Saturday's 6-0 loss to the Guardians. He allowed a hit and a walk while striking out five.

Impact Assad looked sharp in the long relief appearance and recorded a season high in strikeouts. The 25-year-old has pitched well lately, allowing one run over eight innings in his last three appearances. However, he's not pitching that frequently, as he's taken the mound just five times since the start of June. Assad has some talent but his current role isn't particularly fantasy friendly.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from Iowa Chicago recalled Assad from Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports.

Impact Assad was optioned to Triple-A after registering a 5.09 ERA over 17.2 innings with the Cubs in one start and four relief appearances. He'll take the place of Nick Burdi with Burdi heading to the 15-day injured list in a corresponding transaction.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A The Cubs optioned Assad to Triple-A Iowa on Friday, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Assad has allowed 10 earned runs over 17.2 major-league innings (one start, four relief appearances) this year for a 5.09 ERA. He'll presumably work out of the rotation at Iowa.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pitches well Thursday Assad tossed five scoreless innings of relief in Thursday's loss to the Nationals. He allowed two hits and struck out one.

Impact With Jameson Taillon (groin) returning from the injured list and only going three innings to start the game, Assad was needed to provide some length. He did that and kept the Cubs in the game, though they fell 4-3. on a walkoff home run. Assad entered the contest with an ugly 9.82 ERA but was able to lower that figure to 5.84. The righty doesn't have a ton of fantasy value as a long reliever, though he could enter the rotation at some point this year.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from Triple-A Assad was recalled Wednesday from Triple-A Iowa, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Assad will presumably work out of the bullpen, though the Cubs have yet to announce a starter for Thursday's series finale against the Nationals. The 25-year-old right-hander has allowed eight earned runs over 7.1 innings (one start, two relief appearances) this season at the MLB level.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Headed back to Triple-A Assad will be optioned to Triple-A Iowa by the Cubs on Friday, Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reports.

Impact Assad came up for a spot start Thursday in place of Jameson Taillon (groin), yielding two runs over three innings in a loss to the Dodgers. The Cubs will need another starter when Taillon's turn comes up again, but Assad won't be eligible unless he replaces an injured player.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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