Cubs Hope to Have Shortstop Dansby Swanson Back From Oblique Injury in a Week
Craig Counsell said Swanson’s rehab is progressing smoothly, and the Cubs shortstop could return after a one-week stint on the injured list.
- On Friday, Cubs manager Craig Counsell announced shortstop Dansby Swanson could return to the lineup in one week. Barring setbacks, the 32-year-old will play rehab games with Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday and Wednesday before activation in Cincinnati.
- Sidelined since August 17 with a left oblique strain, Swanson's absence has cost the Cubs defensively, contributing to their 9-12 record. Gold Glove winner Nico Hoerner shifted to shortstop to fill the void.
- Counsell confirmed Swanson's recovery is progressing smoothly as the veteran infielder works with the Cubs at Wrigley Field. He will continue preparation during the weekend series against the Pittsburgh Pirates before heading to Triple-A.
- The Cubs currently sit one game back of the National League's first wild-card spot with two weeks remaining. The team faces crucial home series against the Pittsburgh Pirates and Atlanta Braves to strengthen their postseason positioning.
- Swanson expressed optimism about the team's playoff push, stating, "I think we're in a good spot." The infielder remains focused on competing through October as the Cubs make their final regular-season push.
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Yakima Herald-Republic
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Puppies Shortfield, Dansby Swanson, could return to team alignment in a week, said manager Craig Counsell before Friday's game against Pittsburgh.
Dansby Swanson and the Cubs Have Set a Big League Return Date! - Bleacher Nation
Is Dansby Swanson the missing piece of the Cubs puzzle? The Cubs shortstop has been out with an oblique injury since August 16, and the Cubs have been solidly below .500 ever since. Nico Hoerner has done well enough in his place, ditto Pedro Ramirez/Matt Shaw at second (for Nico), but I think everyone is ready for Swanson to return. Not only does a healthy Swanson improve defense at two positions on the field (shortstop and second), but it also …
Chicago Puppy Shortfield, Dansby Swanson, could return to the team's line-up in a week, said manager Craig Cunsell before Friday's match against Pittsburgh.
Chicago baseball report: Cubs’ Dansby Swanson nears return — and White Sox ‘in a good spot’ in playoff chase
After a 2-4 trip, the Cubs return home for a pair of series as they battle for a wild-card spot. The White Sox, meanwhile, have their final multicity trip of the season, and it’s a big one.
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