Latest Cubs injuries and transactions

Right-handed pitcher Jameson Taillon has been on the 15-day injured list since July 4 (retroactive to July 1) due to a right calf strain. He is expected to return to pitch in Game 2 of the Cubs' doubleheader against the Brewers on August 19.

RHP Cade Horton exited his outing on August 18 in the third inning due to a blister on his right middle finger, an issue he has previously dealt with. His status is day-to-day, and a decision on his next start will be made after evaluation over the coming days.

Catcher Miguel Amaya was placed on the 10-day injured list on August 14 after spraining his left ankle while running to first base during a game in Toronto on August 13. He has resumed light activity, and the team is optimistic about a potential return in September.

RHP Michael Soroka was placed on the 15-day IL on August 5 with a right shoulder strain. He resumed playing catch on August 14 and will continue a throwing program in the coming days, with no specific return date yet determined.

RHP Eli Morgan has been on the injured list since April 15 (transferred to the 60-day IL on May 10) due to a right elbow issue. After a setback on June 17, he received positive feedback, resumed throwing, and has built back up to throwing off a mound. His return remains undetermined.

LHP Justin Steele has been on the injured list since April 9 (retroactive to April 8, transferred to the 60-day IL on April 23) and underwent season-ending left elbow surgery on April 18. His expected return is in 2026, with an initial recovery timeline of about one year.

Recent transactions include RHP Javier Assad being optioned to Triple-A Iowa on August 18, while LHP Luke Little and RHP Gavin Hollowell were recalled from Triple-A Iowa, with Hollowell serving as the 27th man for the doubleheader. On August 14, C Miguel Amaya was placed on the 10-day IL, and RF Owen Caissie was recalled from Triple-A Iowa. On August 12, C Miguel Amaya and RHP Javier Assad were activated from the 60-day IL, 3B Jon Berti was designated for assignment, and RHP Nate Pearson was optioned to Triple-A Iowa.