Kyle Tucker Returns to Cubs Lineup
- Here's a summary of the article about Kyle Tucker's return from injury:
- * Expected Return: Kyle Tucker is expected to return to the Cubs lineup as a designated hitter on Friday against the Cardinals.
Here’s a summary of the article about Kyle Tucker‘s return from injury:
* Expected Return: Kyle Tucker is expected to return to the Cubs lineup as a designated hitter on Friday against the Cardinals.
* Injury: He’s been recovering from a left calf strain that landed him on the 10-day injured list on September 9th.
* recovery Process: Tucker recently spent time in Tampa, Florida, working with his physical therapy group. Running has been the biggest challenge in his recovery.
* Managed Return: Manager Craig Counsell wants Tucker to operate at 80-90% effort in less demanding situations. He believes playing will actually help Tucker gain confidence.
* Postseason Timing: A return on Friday would give Tucker three games to get at-bats before the Cubs’ Wild Card series begins on Tuesday.
* Tucker’s Confidence: Tucker feels confident he can regain his offensive rhythm quickly, believing it’s more of a mental hurdle than a physical one.
* Cade Horton: Counsell mentioned taking Cade Horton out of a recent game as a precaution to ensure no underlying issues, potentially impacting his role in the Wild Card series (Game 1 or 2 start possible).