Edward Cabrera becomes fourth Cubs pitcher to go on IL this season, sidelined with blister on middle finger
Edward Cabrera has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a blister on his right middle finger. This marks him as the fourth Cubs pitcher to go on the IL this season amid a challenging stretch for the team. Cabrera's recent performance has seen him allow three runs or more in eight straight appearances.
- ▪Cabrera left his last start after three innings due to the injury.
- ▪He has a 4.00 ERA with 47 strikeouts in 50 innings this season.
- ▪The Cubs are currently on a seven-game losing streak.
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