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Cubs vs. Guardians Game 2: Predictions, Picks & Odds, April 4

Cubs vs. Guardians: Saturday night in Cleveland has got sneaky intrigue written all over it. The Chicago Cubs are looking to bounce back, while the Cleveland Guardians want to keep control of the series.

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Cade Horton is heading to the IL. Who should replace him?

As you know, Cubs right-hander Cade Horton left Friday’s game in the second inning with what was termed “right forearm discomfort.” Per this article in the Tribune, Horton and manager Craig Counsell are hopeful this is not a big deal: Horton will return to Chicago for imaging and to be examined, likely undergoing evaluation Monday.

Colin Rea News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 4

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 7

Breathe. It’s a rough day to be a Cub fan. Don’t borrow trouble. You don’t know. First and foremost, you don’t know the extent of Cade Horton’s situation.

Cade Horton News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 4

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Happ, Harvey, Horton, Rea

Insiders say that Michael Busch is going to get hitched. Matt Mervis is looking for a new home. We await news on Cade Horton’s forearm. That sounds ominous… Tommy John grins a sepulchral grin.

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 3

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Seiya Suzuki rehabs in Knoxville

We were supposed to have our final two affiliates take the field tonight, but South Bend was rained out. I no longer post anything on Twitter/X. I still go over there because the affiliates are there, but I don’t post any new content.

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Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / April 3

Cubs RHP Cade Horton (forearm) headed to IL

Chicago Cubs right-handed starter Cade Horton will be placed on the injured list after leaving his start against the host Cleveland Guardians after one-plus inning and 17 pitches.

Cade Horton News / ChiCitySports / April 3

Chicago Cubs manager provides an update on Cade Horton

Chicago Cubs right-hander Cade Horton exited his start on Friday with apparent forearm discomfort and will head to the injured list. Manager Craig Counsell said Horton will stay with the team one more day and travel back to Chicago for imaging.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

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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Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 3

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.