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Cubs’ Cade Horton exits Guardians clash with forearm discomfort

The Chicago Cubs are taking on the Cleveland Guardians on Friday, as the team aims to earn its fourth win of the season. Unfortunately, starting pitcher Cade Horton seemingly came down with an injury and was forced to exit the contest early.

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Cade Horton News / ChiCitySports / April 3

Cade Horton exits start with right forearm discomfort vs. Cleveland Guardians

The Chicago Cubs have one of the better starting rotations in baseball, but the depth may be tested rather quickly. Cade Horton, a promising young starter, was starting Friday’s game against the Cleveland Guardians, but was pulled early with an injury.

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Cade Horton Exits Start Due To Forearm Discomfort

Cubs righty Cade Horton exited today’s start after calling for a trainer in the second inning. The Chicago Tribune’s Meghan Montemurro points out that Horton’s final pitch was a fastball that clocked in about two miles per hour shy of his season average.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 3

Chicago Cubs: Base thievery may be low-key secret to 2026 success

The Chicago Cubs made a lot of moves this past offseason and are now about a week into a 2026 campaign where big things are expected. The biggest move, of course, was the signing of three-time All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman to a 5-year, $175 million contract.

Michael Busch News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Cubs’ Michael Busch Announces Personal News Before Guardians Game

The Chicago Cubs have built one of the most dangerous lineups in the National League over the past few seasons. A major reason for their success has been the emergence of first baseman Michael Busch, who was traded to Chicago from the Los Angeles Dodgers ahead of the 2024 MLB season.

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 3

Is Chicago Cubs manager tipping new Dodgers-style late-season pitching strategy?

The Chicago Cubs, early this season, appear to be very cognizant of what their postseason should look like and how best to optimize a run at a championship.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 3

Cubs Manager Offers High Praise for Embattled Young Pitcher Amid Hot Start

The Chicago Cubs are just a week into the season, which means that evaluations of performances to this point should be taken with a little bit of a grain of salt.