Seiya Suzuki
Coverage of Seiya Suzuki in the Nexus archive.
- More Cubs injuries as Matt Shaw hits IL with sprained hand, interrupting utility man’s solid stretch at plate
The Chicago Cubs placed utility man Matt Shaw on the injured list with a sprained hand and reliever Ethan Roberts with forearm inflammation, marking their sixth injury-related IL placement in six days. Shaw was on a strong offensive streak, while Roberts' absence exacerbates the team's bullpen struggles.
- Phil Maton becomes latest Cubs pitcher to land on injured list as knee injury sidelines reliever
Cubs pitcher Phil Maton was placed on the injured list with right knee tendinitis, marking his second knee-related IL stint this season. The team faces ongoing pitching injuries, with Maton joining closer Daniel Palencia on the shelf, while right fielder Seiya Suzuki continues to manage discomfort in his right knee.
- Matthew Boyd’s next start will come with Cubs as Opening Day starter nears return from injured list
Matthew Boyd is set to return from the injured list with the Cubs, likely starting Thursday after a minor league rehab start. Manager Craig Counsell emphasizes the need for consistent pitching, while Seiya Suzuki remains the designated hitter due to ongoing knee recovery.
- In middle of great defensive performance for Cubs, Seiya Suzuki leaves game with knee discomfort
Seiya Suzuki left a game with the Cubs due to right knee discomfort after a defensive play in the fourth inning. He had earlier made impressive defensive plays, contributing to the Cubs' strong defensive performance, though concerns remain about his recovery from a prior knee injury sustained during the World Baseball Classic.