PATRICK WISDOM NEWS

Ready to return Wisdom (ankle) will Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune Monday against the Padres.

Impact Wisdom left Saturday's game against the Dodgers with a bruised ankle and didn't appear in Sunday's series finale, but he's ready to go Monday following a brief absence. He's hit similarly to how he did last year so far this season, as his lopsided .226/.283/.488 slash line is good for a 118 wRC+ despite his 38.0 percent strikeout rate.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs come into matchup with the Padres on losing streak

The Chicago Cubs enter the matchup against the San Diego Padres after losing four in a row

MAY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Buehler stars in 100th career start as Dodgers sweep Cubs

Walker Buehler pitched seven sparkling innings in his 100th career start, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the sliding Chicago Cubs 7-1 for their sixth consecutive victory

MAY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not in Sunday's lineup Wisdom (ankle) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Dodgers.

Impact Wisdom was pulled from Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader with a bruised left ankle, and he won't be in the lineup for Sunday's series finale. The 30-year-old had X-rays come back negative, so he appeared to have avoided a serious injury. Jonathan Villar will receive another start at third base in his place, though manager David Ross said Wisdom is available off the bench Sunday if needed, according to Mike McGraw of the Chicago Daily Herald.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers aim to keep win streak going against the Cubs

The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to keep a five-game win streak intact when they take on the Chicago Cubs

MAY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Exits with ankle contusion Wisdom exited the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Dodgers with a left ankle contusion, Tony Andracki of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Wisdom left the game in the sixth inning after appearing uncomfortable during a swing. X-rays returned negative, so he should be considered day-to-day until further details emerge. Nick Madrigal entered the game at second base to replace Wisdom while Jonathan Villar shifted to the hot corner.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kershaw, Betts lead Dodgers to doubleheader sweep of Cubs

Clayton Kershaw dominated over seven innings in the opener, Mookie Betts drove in five runs in the nightcap, and the Los Dodgers beat the Chicago Cubs 7-0 and 6-2 to sweep a split...

MAY 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dodgers-Cubs postponed by rain, makeup on Saturday

The series opener between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field has been postponed by rain

MAY 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cubs play the Dodgers in first of 3-game series

The Chicago Cubs host the Los Angeles Dodgers to begin a three-game series

MAY 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Blasts fifth home run Wisdom went 2-for-3 with a solo home run in Wednesday's loss to the White Sox.

Impact Wisdom is trying his best to prove his 2021 breakout wasn't a fluke, as he's now up to five home runs this season. The 30-year-old surprisingly popped 28 long balls across 106 games last year after coming into the season with just four career MLB home runs. At his current pace, Wisdom could surpass his 2021 total, especially if he ends up playing more games in 2022.

MAY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Giolito gets help in pitching White Sox past Cubs 4-3

Lucas Giolito struck out 10, Luis Robert made a game-saving catch and Matt Foster worked out of a major jam as the Chicago White Sox beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 at Wrigley Field

MAY 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cubs start 2-game series with the White Sox

The Chicago Cubs open a two-game series at home against the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday

MAY 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hits key home run Wisdom went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's 2-0 win over the Brewers.

Impact Marcus Stroman and Corbin Burnes were locked in a scoreless pitchers' duel through four innings, but Wisdom got the Cubs on the board with a solo shot against Burnes in the top of the fifth. The third baseman now has four home runs across 21 games this season. Wisdom had 28 long balls in 106 games during a breakout 2021 campaign, and he looks to be on his way to another good season in the power department.

MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stroman outpitches Burnes, Cubs beat Brewers to avoid sweep

Marcus Stroman threw two-hit ball for seven innings, outpitching Cy Young Award winner Corbin Burnes and leading the Chicago Cubs over the Milwaukee Brewers 2-0

MAY 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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APRIL 29, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Hits clutch home run Wisdom went 1-for-4 with a walk, a two-run home run and two runs scored in Wednesday's win over Atlanta.

Impact Wisdom picked a great time for his first hit of the game, hitting a two-run home run in the top of the 10th inning to put the Cubs up 6-3. The third baseman is only batting .236, though he does have a strong .808 OPS and three long balls across 17 games. Jonathan Villar will continue to get playing time across the diamond, but Wisdom should continue to see regular starts while he's producing at the plate.

APRIL 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Contreras, Wisdom come through in 10th, Cubs beat Braves 6-3

Willson Contreras gave Chicago the lead with a run-scoring double in the 10th inning, Patrick Wisdom followed with a two-run homer, and the Cubs beat the Atlanta Braves 6-3

APRIL 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Recaptures everyday role Wisdom will start at third base and bat sixth in Wednesday's game against Atlanta.

Impact After sitting against Atlanta lefty Max Fried in Tuesday's series opener, Jonathan Villar is on the bench again Wednesday with the opposition bringing a right-hander (Charlie Morton) to the hill. Meanwhile, Wisdom has picked up starts at third base in both of those contests, and he's now been included in the lineup six straight games overall. After appearing to lose hold of an everyday role last week, Wisdom has seemingly leapfrogged Villar on the depth chart now that his bat is beginning to warm up. Over his last 10 games, Wisdom is slashing .367/.457/.733 with seven extra-base knocks.

APRIL 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Braves host the Cubs in first of 3-game series

The Atlanta Braves host the Chicago Cubs to begin a three-game series

APRIL 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Peters shines as Pittsburgh Pirates beat Chicago Cubs 4-3

Dillon Peters keyed a solid performance by Pittsburgh’s bullpen and Kevin Newman had two hits to help the Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3

APRIL 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Still getting solid playing time Wisdom will start at third base and bat eighth in Sunday's game against the Pirates.

Impact Though Jonathan Villar has seemingly leapfrogged Wisdom in the pecking order at third base, both players' ability to bounce around between multiple positions should help them occupy near full-time roles. Wisdom will make his fourth straight Sunday -- with three coming at the hot corner -- while Villar fills in at shortstop for a resting Nico Hoerner. Wisdom is coming off one of his best games of the season Saturday, when he went 1-for-4 with two walks, two runs and an RBI in the Cubs' 21-0 win.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hoerner leads Cubs against the Pirates following 4-hit game

The Chicago Cubs take on the Pittsburgh Pirates after Nico Hoerner's four-hit game on Saturday

APRIL 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cubs take home losing streak into matchup with the Pirates

The Chicago Cubs aim to end their three-game home slide with a win against the Pittsburgh Pirates

APRIL 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

On bench Wednesday Wisdom isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Rays.

Impact Wisdom has homered in his last two appearances, but he'll be out of the lineup for a second consecutive game. Jonathan Villar will start at the hot corner and bat third.

APRIL 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs and Rays square off with series tied 1-1

Both the Chicago Cubs and the Tampa Bay Rays are looking for a series win with a victory on Wednesday

APRIL 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS