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The Cubs will ease Seiya Suzuki back into the lineup after his knee injury sustained during the World Baseball Classic, using depth in right field and at DH (Matt Shaw, Michael Conforto, Moises Ballesteros) to manage his ramp-up. Suzuki is expected to appear in roughly two of every three games initially, with rotations and occasional rest days to protect him, and should return to near daily usage once he’s fully healthy.
Seiya Suzuki is set to return Friday, likely reclaiming the Cubs' right field and triggering a bench reshuffle that moves Matt Shaw into a utility role. Conforto’s early strong production keeps him in the mix, but the bench balance—with Amaya and left-handed Conforto—limits how many outfield options the Cubs can carry. Dylan Carlson appears the most vulnerable to losing his roster spot upon Suzuki's activation, though Scott Kingery provides versatility as a backup option.
Seiya Suzuki is back in the Cubs’ lineup as they host the Pittsburgh Pirates in a three-game series at Wrigley Field, while Paul Skenes is not listed as a probable starter for any of the games. The series features a hot-start Nico Hoerner and will rely on a three-game pitching plan — Shota Imanaga vs Carmen Mlodzinski, Edward Cabrera vs Braxton Ashcraft, and Jameson Taillon vs Bubba Chandler — with lineup adjustments and injuries noted as Chicago aims to climb above .500.
The Cubs activated Seiya Suzuki from the injured list after his knee sprain from the World Baseball Classic and designated Dylan Carlson for assignment to clear space; Phil Maton was placed on the IL with a knee injury and Ethan Roberts was recalled to bolster the bullpen. Suzuki’s return means he’ll share playing time in right field as he reacclimates, with Matt Shaw handling most early duty; Carlson’s DFA ends his Cubs stint after signing a minor-league deal in January.
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell announced that Seiya Suzuki will begin the season on the 10-day Injured List (backdated three days), Javier Assad will be optioned to Triple-A Iowa, and Ben Brown will be used out of the bullpen, providing roster flexibility as Suzuki recovers and the club finalizes its Opening Day plans.
The Chicago Cubs will begin the season without Seiya Suzuki, who was placed on the 10-day injured list with a sprained right knee, and Javier Assad was optioned to Triple-A Iowa to keep him stretched out. Ben Brown earned the final bullpen spot. With Suzuki out, the Cubs will lean on non-roster signing Michael Conforto and may lean on Dylan Carlson and/or Kevin Alcantara for outfield depth as they assemble their bench.
With Seiya Suzuki out due to a right knee ligament strain and Opening Day looming, the Cubs are proceeding cautiously while Michael Conforto appears set to make the roster. Spring Breakout games highlighted prospects like Owen Ayers, Ariel Armas, Kade Snell, and Carter Trice, and Dylan Carlson contributed a homer, signaling a likely 26-man roster presence alongside Conforto as the team trims and finalizes its 2026 lineup.
Michael Conforto will be on the Cubs’ Opening Day roster as Seiya Suzuki isn’t ready and Tyler Austin is sidelined with knee surgery. Signed to a minor-league deal with a big-league Spring Training invite, Conforto could back up in the outfield corners and may share right-field duties with Dylan Carlson, particularly against right-handed pitchers, a role aided by his 121 career wRC+ vs. RHP.
Baseball roundup: Palencia shines for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic, Seiya Suzuki’s injury status and potential Opening Day implications, plus a flurry of Cubs bullets on spring training and roster talks.
Seiya Suzuki’s World Baseball Classic knee injury was updated after an MRI showing a sprained posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) that is described as minor. The Cubs cautioned that he won’t be shut down and will continue baseball activities, though a brief IL stint remains a possibility. The update provides cautious optimism for a relatively short setback as spring training winds down and the Cubs consider outfield options if Suzuki misses time.
In the World Baseball Classic, Italy (4-0) faces Venezuela in the semifinals to determine who Team USA will meet in the final after USA’s win over the Dominican Republic; White Sox right-hander Mike Vasil is undergoing elbow-soreness evaluation, with additional tests to map out his path forward; Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki will undergo imaging, and if he misses time, Conforto, Carlson, or Matt Shaw could fill in at right field.
Seiya Suzuki left the World Baseball Classic quarterfinal with right knee discomfort and will be evaluated with imaging; if the injury is serious, it could impact the Cubs' Opening Day plans, given his spring surge and looming free-agent appeal. Chicago could lean on depth pieces like Carlson, Matt Shaw, Michael Conforto, or potentially promote Kevin Alcantara to cover in the outfield.
Seiya Suzuki left Japan’s World Baseball Classic game against Venezuela after a stolen-base attempt that left him limping with right knee discomfort. An update indicated the injury isn’t necessarily serious, but Cubs officials will monitor him as Opening Day approaches, with multiple outfield options available if he needs time off.
Seiya Suzuki and the Chicago Cubs secured their first playoff win since 2017 by defeating the San Diego Padres 3-1 in Game 1 of the wild-card series, highlighted by back-to-back home runs and Suzuki's impactful performance, signaling a strong start to their postseason run.
Chicago Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd was named a 2025 MLB All-Star, while Seiya Suzuki and Michael Busch, despite strong seasons, were not initially selected. Boyd's impressive 2.65 ERA over 98.2 innings earned him the nod, making him one of three Cubs All-Stars alongside Kyle Tucker and Pete Crow-Armstrong.