Cubs Place Jameson Taillon on 15-Day IL, Recall Javier Assad

The Chicago Cubs have placed right-hander Jameson Taillon on the 15-day injured list due to a left groin injury sustained during his start against the Los Angeles Angels, where he exited after five innings. While Taillon reported minor discomfort in the weight room, he felt no pain throwing off a mound, and the Cubs are optimistic about his return within two weeks but are taking a cautious approach to avoid risking further injury. To fill his spot in the rotation, the Cubs recalled right-hander Javier Assad from Triple-A Iowa, who is scheduled to start Saturday in Colorado. This marks Taillon's second stint on the injured list this season, following a previous absence due to a right calf strain. The team is also monitoring the progress of injured starter Michael Soroka, who is expected to continue his recovery and potentially contribute during the postseason. Manager Craig Counsell emphasized the importance of not rushing Taillon back to ensure he can effectively support the Cubs' playoff push alongside other rotation members.