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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JUNE 05: Edward Cabrera #30 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after being removed from the game against the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field on June 05, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Getty
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MARCH 30: Edward Cabrera #30 of the Chicago Cubs delivers a pitch against the Los Angeles Angels during the second inning at Wrigley Field on March 30, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Getty
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JUNE 05: Edward Cabrera #30 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after being removed from the game against the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field on June 05, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Getty
The injury to Chicago Cubs shortstop is "likely an oblique issue," says ESPN's Jesse Rogers. The 32-year-old could miss up to the rest of the regulars season. Getty
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 17: Edward Cabrera #30 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after retiring the side during the sixth inning against the New York Mets at Wrigley Field on April 17, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Getty
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JUNE 05: Edward Cabrera #30 of the Chicago Cubs delivers a pitch against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at Wrigley Field on June 05, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Getty
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 14: Tyrone Taylor #55 and Seiya Suzuki #27 of the Chicago Cubs celerbate after defeating the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field on August 14, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Getty
The Chicago Cubs lost 11-4 to the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field on Sunday afternoon.
Edward Cabrera made his first start since landing on the IL in late June and allowed seven earned runs on six hits and three walks over 3 2/3 innings.
After the game, the Cubs announced rough news regarding Cabrera.
Chicago Cubs Receive Concerning Edward Cabrera News After Loss vs. Cardinals
Getty CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – MARCH 30: Edward Cabrera #30 of the Chicago Cubs delivers a pitch against the Los Angeles Angels during the second inning at Wrigley Field on March 30, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
Cabrera said he has a blister on his middle finger, which impacted his start.
ESPN’s Jesse Rogers wrote on X : “Cubs starter Edward Cabrera says he had a blister on his middle finger impacting his outing.”
Getty CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JUNE 05: Edward Cabrera #30 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after being removed from the game against the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field on June 05, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
The Athletic’s Patrick Mooney reported that manager Craig Counsell was “noncommittal” when asked if Cabrera will remain in the rotation.
Mooney wrote on X : “Cubs manager Craig Counsell was noncommittal when asked if Edward Cabrera will stay in the rotation.”
Cabrera isn’t the only Cubs player to suffer an injury on Sunday. Shortstop Dansby Swanson exited the game after an awkward swing in the third inning.
Getty The injury to Chicago Cubs shortstop is “likely an oblique issue,” says ESPN’s Jesse Rogers. The 32-year-old could miss up to the rest of the regular season.
The Cubs placed Swanson on the IL after the game.
Marquee’s Taylor McGregor wrote on X : “Per Craig Counsell, #Cubs Dansby Swanson will go on the IL with a left oblique injury. Severity not yet determined, he will get an MRI tomorrow.”
Looking at Chicago Cubs RHP Edward Cabrera
Getty CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – APRIL 17: Edward Cabrera #30 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after retiring the side during the sixth inning against the New York Mets at Wrigley Field on April 17, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
The Cubs acquired Cabrera from the Miami Marlins for outfielder Owen Cassie and infielders Cristian Hernandez and Edgardo De Leon .
Cabrera is under contract through next season.
Getty CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JUNE 05: Edward Cabrera #30 of the Chicago Cubs delivers a pitch against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at Wrigley Field on June 05, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
Before landing on the IL, Cabrera posted a 5.10 ERA in 72 1/3 innings across 14 starts with Chicago this year.
Cabrera had the best season of his career with Miami in 2025, posting a 3.53 ERA with 150 strikeouts in 137 2/3 innings across 26 starts.
In five seasons with the Marlins, Cabrera recorded a 4.07 ERA with 478 strikeouts over 431 2/3 innings.
Chicago Cubs Right Now
Getty CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – AUGUST 14: Tyrone Taylor #55 and Seiya Suzuki #27 of the Chicago Cubs celebrate after defeating the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field on August 14, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
After the Cubs beat the Cardinals on Friday, St. Louis won the last two games of the series.
The Cubs will begin a three-game series against the Chicago White Sox at Wrigley Field on Monday night,
The Cubs have the first National League Wild Card spot with a 72-53 record. They are five games back of the Milwaukee Brewers for first place in the National League Central.
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