NICO HOERNER NEWS

Can Nico Hoerner fix the Chicago Cubs' offensive woes? 'He just needs to be himself,' says manager David Ross. CINCINNATI — Expecting Nico Hoerner’s return from the injured list to fix the Chicago Cubs offense is unrealistic.

JULY 5, 2021 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Can Nico Hoerner fix the Chicago Cubs' offensive woes? 'He just needs to be himself,' says manager David Ross. CINCINNATI — Expecting Nico Hoerner’s return from the injured list to fix the Chicago Cubs offense is unrealistic.

JULY 5, 2021 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Nico Hoerner is back for the Chicago Cubs, but he can't solve all their offensive woes. 'He just needs to be himself,' says manager David Ross. Expecting Nico Hoerner’s return off the injured list would fix the Chicago Cubs offense is unrealistic.

JULY 5, 2021 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

No hits in return Hoerner (hamstring) went 0-for-4 with one strikeout in Sunday's 3-2 loss to Cincinnati.

Impact The second baseman missed over a month with a left hamstring strain, and he wasn't able to shake off the rust in his first game back. Hoerner has a .321/.386/.410 slash line with nine RBI, nine runs scored and three stolen bases through 88 plate appearances. He is likely to resume an everyday role at second base, although Eric Sogard or Ian Happ could challenge him for playing time if he struggles.

JULY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bullpen strong again as Reds hand Cubs 9th straight loss

Amir Garrett escaped a jam in the ninth inning, and the Cincinnati Reds handed the Chicago Cubs their ninth straight loss with a 3-2 win

JULY 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Activated, starting Sunday Hoerner (hamstring) was activated from the 10-day injured list and is starting Sunday against the Reds.

Impact Hoerner has been sidelined since late May by a strained left hamstring, and he'll rejoin the active roster after going 4-for-14 in four rehab games with Triple-A Iowa. The 24-year-old should reclaim the everyday role at the keystone, while Sergio Alcantara was sent to Triple-A in a corresponding move.

JULY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs activate second baseman Nico Hoerner from injured list Hoerner has been out since May 26 with a left hamstring strain. Infielder Sergio Alcantara was optioned to Triple-A Iowa.

JULY 4, 2021 • SUNTIMES.COM

Hendricks scheduled to start for Chicago against Cincinnati

The Cubs will start Kyle Hendricks on Sunday and the Reds are expected to counter with Wade Miley

JULY 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Votto, Naquin homer, Reds deal Cubs 8th straight loss, 3-2

Joey Votto and Tyler Naquin homered and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 3-2

JULY 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Could return Sunday Hoerner (hamstring) could be reinstated from the injured list Sunday, Russell Dorsey of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Hoerner has joined the Cubs in Cincinnati, and he'll hit with the team ahead of Saturday's matchup against the Reds. If he feels good following batting practice, the 24-year-old could be available for Sunday's series finale. Once he's officially activated from the injured list, Hoerner will likely reclaim his job as the primary second baseman right away.

JULY 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mahle expected to start as Reds host the Cubs

The Cubs will start Adbert Alzolay on Saturday and the Reds are expected to counter with Tyler Mahle

JULY 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cubs take 6-game skid into matchup with Reds

Chicago will try to break its six-game losing streak when the Cubs take on Cincinnati

JULY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Could return this weekend Hoerner (hamstring) could return during the Cubs' weekend series in Cincinnati, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Impact Hoerner began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Iowa on Sunday, and he's gone 2-for-5 with an RBI and two strikeouts across two games. He'll appear in another rehab game Thursday, but manager David Ross said it's possible that the second baseman could rejoin the major-league club this weekend.

JUNE 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago takes 4-game slide into matchup with Milwaukee

Chicago heads into the matchup against Milwaukee in a rut, losers of four straight

JUNE 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Slumping Cubs look to end 3-game losing streak against Brewers

Chicago is looking to break its three-game losing streak with a win over Milwaukee

JUNE 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kershaw scheduled to start for Los Angeles against Chicago

The Dodgers are expected to send Clayton Kershaw to the mound Sunday and the Cubs will give Adbert Alzolay the start

JUNE 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cody Bellinger blasts game-ending HR, Dodgers beat Cubs 3-2

Cody Bellinger homered with two out in the ninth inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Chicago Cubs 3-2 in their first walk-off victory of the season

JUNE 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cubs' Hoerner set to begin rehab assignment Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner is set to begin a rehab assignment in Iowa on Sunday, manager David Ross said Saturday. Hoerner, out with a...

JUNE 27, 2021 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Rehab begins Sunday Hoerner (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment Sunday with Triple-A Iowa, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Hoerner's left hamstring strain has now kept him out for a full month. The length of his absence means he may need more than just a game or two before he returns to the big-league roster, but he should be back fairly soon. The Cubs will be excited for his return, as he hit a strong .338/.405/.432 in 21 games prior to the injury.

JUNE 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Urias expected to start for the Dodgers against the Cubs

The Cubs will start Alec Mills on Saturday while the Dodgers are expected to counter with Julio Urias

JUNE 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dodgers take 4-game losing streak into matchup with Cubs

Los Angeles will try to break its four-game losing streak when the Dodgers take on Chicago

JUNE 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No-hitter No. 7: Cubs blank Dodgers, tie MLB season record

Zach Davies and three Cubs relievers combined for the seventh no-hitter in the majors this year — matching the most in a season since 1900 — as Chicago blanked the Los Angeles Dodg...

JUNE 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Feels good after taking swings Hoerner (hamstring) said he is "on pace" in his recovery after facing live pitching during a bullpen session Thursday.

Impact The team has yet to determine rehab assignment dates for Hoerner, but this is still good news. The 24-year-old will be evaluated in the next few days to see how his hamstring responds to the increased activity. Assuming he doesn't suffer any setbacks, Hoerner could head off on a rehab assignment next week. He was playing well before the injury with a .338/.405/.432 slash line through 21 games.

JUNE 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers take 3-game losing streak into matchup with Cubs

Los Angeles is looking to snap its three-game losing streak with a win over Chicago

JUNE 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Civale scheduled to start for Cleveland against Chicago

The Cubs are expected to send Adbert Alzolay to the mound Monday and the Indians plan to give Aaron Civale the start

JUNE 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS