JULY 7, 2021•THEATHLETIC.COM
'No topics off-limits': Ron MacLean says it was his call not to ask Gary Bettman about Chicago allegations“I made the decision in the moment to not ask the question," Ron MacLean said of the omission, which was roundly criticized Monday night.
Despite Cubs' long losing streak, Ross says morale has been goodThe Cubs are struggling through their longest losing streak in nine years, but manager David Ross said the players are doing a good job of h...
JULY 7, 2021•DAILYHERALD.COM
Trevor Williams returns from the injured list as 1 of 4 Chicago Cubs roster moves, and he'll be used out of the bullpen — for nowThe Chicago Cubs activated pitcher Trevor Williams before Tuesday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Pitcher Kohl Stewart went on the...
JULY 7, 2021•CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM
Ryan Tepera - Expected to be activated FridayTepera (calf) came out of Monday's live batting practice session feeling well and is expected to be activated from the injured list when eligible Friday, Tony Andracki of Marquee S...
ImpactTepera has been on the injured list with a left calf strain since June 29. The right-hander appears to be on track to spend just the minimum 10-days on the IL as he looks to return when the club opens a series against the Cardinals on Friday. Tepera struggled in three of his four appearances before hitting the shelf, allowing seven runs on five hits and five walks across three innings.
JULY 6, 2021•ROTOWIRE
Odúbel Herrera - Nursing lingering injuriesHerrera is out of the lineup Tuesday against the Cubs due to ankle and wrist injuries, and he's also expected to remain sidelined Wednesday, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports.
ImpactManager Joe Girardi indicated earlier in the day the outfielder might receive a couple days off to recalibrate despite hitting a three-run homer Monday, and it appears he's also dealing with some minor injuries. Herrera should be considered day-to-day since the injuries aren't considered series, but he's still likely to miss at least two games.
JULY 6, 2021•ROTOWIRE
Dee Gordon News: Infielder Opts Out of Contract With CubsFormer All-Star Dee Strange-Gordon has opted out of his contract with the Chicago Cubs.
JULY 6, 2021•FANDUEL.COM
Trevor Williams - Will pitch out of bullpenWilliams will be a reliever for the Cubs at least until the All-Star break, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.
ImpactIf Jake Arrieta's struggles persist, it's possible he yields his spot in the rotation to Williams sometime after the break. Williams hasn't excelled either this season, pitching to a 5.36 ERA and tallying just two quality starts in 10 outings. The Cubs' rotation plans should become more clear next week as the second half begins.
JULY 6, 2021•ROTOWIRE
