The Chicago Cubs delivered some bad news on Friday, as long-reliever/starting pitcher Javier Assad has been shut down from ...

Swingman Colin Rea stepped up take a rotation spot when Steele hit the IL. His first start saw him go 3 2/3 against the ...

Chicago Cubs pitcher Javier Assad was removed from his second rehab start due to continued discomfort in his left oblique.

Assad, who started the season on the 15-day injured list due to a left oblique strain, was warming up for the fifth inning before grabbing at his side. He immediately went to the dugout ...