PT TODAY: Lackey, Rondon hit DL for Cubs
Aug 19 2016
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| National League | American League | |
| Cubs | John Lackey goes on DL | |
| Chicago Cubs SP John Lackey (shoulder) was placed on the 15-day disabled list Friday, Aug. 19, because of a right shoulder strain. Source: MLB.com | |
| BHQ take: Southpaw Mike Montgomery has been announced as the starter for Lackey's next rotation turn, though RHP Trevor Cahill hurled five scoreless innings as a spot starter in his Aug. 16 return from the DL. Cahill could be a candidate for future rotation turns. Montgomery has a 109 BPV and sub-3.30 xERA in 70 IP. He made two starts for SEA before being acquired by CHC in a mid-season trade. Prospect Rob Zastryzny was promoted... |
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