JOC PEDERSON NEWS

Braves hit 5 homers, pound Hendricks, Cubs 10-0

Marcell Ozuna homered in a four-run first inning, Huascar Ynoa pitched 5 1/3 strong innings and the Atlanta Braves went deep five times to beat the Chicago Cubs 10-0 for their thir...

APRIL 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes batting practice Pederson (wrist) took batting practice at the Cubs' alternate training site Wednesday, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Impact Pederson has made good progress since he was placed on the injured list April 21, and he faced live pitching Wednesday. Manager David Ross said Wednesday that he isn't yet sure how Pederson felt after his hitting session, but the left fielder appears to be trending in the right direction.

APRIL 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Atlanta hosts Chicago, looks to build on Anderson's solid outing

Atlanta looks to follow up a dominant outing by Tuesday starter Ian Anderson

APRIL 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cubs take 3-game slide into matchup with Braves

Chicago heads into the matchup against Atlanta in a rut, losers of three straight

APRIL 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Davies scheduled to start for Chicago against Atlanta

The Cubs will start Zach Davies on Monday and the Braves are expected to counter with Charlie Morton

APRIL 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Woodruff works 6 innings as Brewers blank Arrieta, Cubs 6-0

Brandon Woodruff outdueled Jake Arrieta with six dominant innings, leading the Milwaukee Brewers to a 6-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs

APRIL 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nearing swings Manager David Ross said that Pederson (wrist) could start light hitting Tuesday, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Impact Pederson has reportedly made good progress since being placed on the injured list effective April 21. Assuming all goes well when he starts to swing again, he will then head to the team's alternate site to get back to game speed.

APRIL 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Woodruff scheduled to start for Brewers at Cubs

The Brewers will start Brandon Woodruff on Sunday while the Cubs are expected to counter with Jake Arrieta

APRIL 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Peralta, Brewers to take on Alzolay, Cubs

The Brewers will start Freddy Peralta on Saturday while the Cubs are expected to counter with Adbert Alzolay

APRIL 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Morning Mound Visit: Joc Pederson placed on 10-day IL Pederson out, Hoerner in; April wins still matter; Compensation inconsistent for those at alternate sites

APRIL 23, 2021 • BEYONDTHEBOXSCORE.COM

Anderson scheduled to start for Brewers at Cubs

The Brewers will start Brett Anderson on Friday while the Cubs are expected to counter with Kyle Hendricks

APRIL 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No plans for MRI Pederson (wrist) is not currently scheduled for an MRI and will be re-evaluated after a few days of rest, Tony Andracki of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Pederson was placed on the 10-day injured list Thursday, but retroactive to April 21. It's unclear whether he will be able to return after minimum period, though there should be a clearer timeline within a few days. Jake Marisnick and Nico Hoerner could both see increased playing time in Pederson's absence.

APRIL 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs beat Mets 4-3 on Heyward's single in 10th

Jason Heyward had a game-ending, pinch-hit single in the 10th after Dan Winkler stranded the bases loaded in the top of the inning, and the Chicago Cubs beat the New York Mets 4-3...

APRIL 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Placed on 10-day IL Pederson was placed on the 10-day injured list due to left wrist tendinitis, retroactive to April 21, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Pederson had been out of the lineup for the last two games, and he's apparently dealing with a left wrist issue that will force him to miss additional time. It's not yet clear when Pederson will be able to return to action, but Jake Marisnick could see increased playing time in his absence. Nico Hoerner was recalled from the Cubs' alternate training site in a corresponding move.

APRIL 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out against lefty again Pederson is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Mets.

Impact With the Mets bringing a lefty (Joey Lucchesi) to the hill for the second straight day, the lefty-hitting Pederson will once again head to the bench. Jake Marisnick will replace Pederson in the Chicago outfield.

APRIL 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes seat Wednesday Pederson isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Mets.

Impact Pederson has started against two of the three left-handed pitchers that the Cubs have played to begin the year, but he'll sit against southpaw David Peterson on Wednesday. Ian Happ will shift to left field while Jake Marisnick starts in center field.

APRIL 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joc Pederson’s mindset as the Cubs try to narrow their focus and not worry about the future After his highs and lows with the Dodgers, Joc Pederson has perspective on the Cubs' slow start to the 2021 season.

APRIL 21, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Two-hit effort in blowout loss Pederson went 2-for-3 with a walk, a triple and a run scored in Sunday's 13-4 loss to Atlanta.

Impact The Cubs didn't have much to celebrate in this one but can at least be happy about Pederson's first multi-hit game of the season. The outfielder is still batting just .149, which underscores how much he's struggled to begin his first year with Chicago. Perhaps the mini-breakout Sunday will help Pederson get going.

APRIL 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs hit by 4 more pitches, Braves hold on in 9th to win 5-2

Kyle Wright plunked four Cubs batters but still left with the lead after a last-minute call-up, Will Smith stranded the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Atlan...

APRIL 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reaches base twice, scores in loss Pederson went 0-for-2 with two walks and a run scored in Monday's loss to the Brewers.

Impact Pederson is still batting just .129 this season but he has now reached base in six straight games. The outfielder likely won't supply a great batting average anyways, but it'd be nice if he started producing more counting stats, as he's tallied just one home run, two runs scored and four RBI in 10 games for his new team. The whole Chicago lineup has been struggling, which has limited Pederson's chances to do much damage.

APRIL 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Keller shines, Pirates end 6-game skid, tag Davies, Cubs 8-2

Mitch Keller pitched five efficient innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates used an early burst to chase Zach Davies in an 8-2 win over the Chicago Cubs

APRIL 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cubs' Joc Pederson hit a home run and scored — a sweet waffle maker It's a tradition that's a few years old in Wrigleyville, and Pederson was initiated to the club Wednesday.

APRIL 8, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Goes yard Wednesday Pederson went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 4-2 extra-inning loss to the Brewers.

Impact Pederson tied the game at 1-1 with his eighth-inning homer. That blast was the outfielders first hit in six games this year. He's produced three RBI, a run scored and eight strikeouts across 20 plate appearances. Should the lefty-hitting Pederson continue to struggle, Jake Marisnick could begin to earn more playing time.

APRIL 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pederson celebrates HR with ... waffle maker There are few things on Earth that are guaranteed to provide pure joy: A baby's laugh. The taste of a fresh summer peach. A home run. And, a...

APRIL 7, 2021 • MLB.COM

Cain 2 HRs, Woodruff sharp, Brewers beat Cubs 4-2 in 10

Lorenzo Cain hit his second homer of the game, a three-run shot in the 10th inning and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 4-2

APRIL 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS