Cubs' gamble on Michael Soroka faces early setbacks

TL;DR
Cubs president Jed Hoyer takes responsibility for the risky acquisition of pitcher Michael Soroka, who was recently injured with a shoulder strain shortly after joining the team. The team faces ongoing offensive struggles and division pressure, with questions about their pitching and hitting performance amid injuries and inconsistent results.
- Jed Hoyer takes responsibility for potential bad bet on Michael Soroka The New York Times
- Cubs admit risk as Soroka shut down 7-10 days ESPN
- Cubs president Jed Hoyer admits Michael Soroka trade 'not looking like a good bet' after only 5 days Yahoo Sports
- Soroka (shoulder discomfort) lands on IL after Cubs debut cut short MLB.com
- ‘We thought it was right risk.’ Chicago Cubs’ trade deadline gamble on Michael Soroka not paying off so far. Chicago Tribune
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