Chicago Cubs right-handed pitcher Edward Cabrera has been added to the 15-day injured list Sunday after developing a blister on the middle finger of his throwing hand.
The Cubs made the roster move effective Thursday and brought up left-handed pitcher Jordan Wicks from Triple-A Iowa as Cabrera’s replacement. Chicago entered Sunday’s matchup with the Houston Astros holding a 29-23 record but sitting in third place within the National League Central division while enduring a seven-game skid.
The 28-year-old Cabrera has posted a 3-2 record with a 4.00 ERA across 10 starts this season.
Chicago’s pitching staff continues to face injury challenges, with left-hander Matthew Boyd still recovering from left knee surgery performed on May 7. Boyd completed a simulated multi-inning session from the mound Friday and is expected to face live hitters during batting practice this week while the team plays a four-game series in Pittsburgh.
The Cubs have already ruled out right-hander Cade Horton for the season following elbow surgery, while left-hander Justin Steele may not return from his left flexor strain until after the All-Star break.
Wicks compiled a 0-1 record with a 6.28 ERA in eight appearances for Chicago last season and was 0-2 with a 4.44 ERA in seven Triple-A starts this year.
