Cubs Place Jordan Wicks on Injured List

The Chicago Cubs have placed left-handed pitcher Jordan Wicks on the 15-day injured list (IL) due to a right oblique strain, which officially ends his season after a series of injuries. Wicks, who returned from a previous 60-day IL stint on September 1, had a disappointing record of 1-2 and a 7.50 ERA in his four starts since returning. The Cubs have recalled right-hander Trey Wingenter to take his place on the roster, who has a 4.50 ERA in three appearances this season. Additionally, right-hander Hayden Wesneski has been activated from the 15-day IL, while RHP Shawn Armstrong has been designated for assignment. As of their last game against Washington, the Cubs sit seven games behind the New York Mets for the final NL wild card spot, with only nine games left in the season.