Cubs Lose All-Star Lefty to Injury

Matthew Boyd lands on 15-day IL with left bicep strain

Apr. 6, 2026 at 7:06pm

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A fractured, multi-perspective painting depicting the motion of a baseball pitcher, with sharp, overlapping geometric planes in muted tones of navy, forest green, and charcoal grey, conceptually representing the setback of the Cubs' ace pitcher being sidelined by injury.The Cubs' pitching rotation takes another hit as All-Star lefty Matthew Boyd lands on the injured list.Chicago Today

The Chicago Cubs, who entered the season with high expectations, have suffered another setback as All-Star left-handed pitcher Matthew Boyd has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a left bicep strain.

Why it matters

The Cubs were already dealing with a slow start to the season at 4-5, and now they must navigate the NL Central without one of their top starters. Boyd's injury is a significant blow to the team's pitching rotation and playoff aspirations.

The details

Matthew Boyd, the Cubs' All-Star lefty, has been sidelined with a left bicep strain and will miss at least the next 15 days. This is the latest in a string of injuries that have plagued the Cubs' pitching staff early in the season.

  • Matthew Boyd was placed on the 15-day IL on April 6, 2026.

The players

Matthew Boyd

An All-Star left-handed pitcher for the Chicago Cubs.

Chicago Cubs

A Major League Baseball team based in Chicago, Illinois that competes in the National League Central division.

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What’s next

The Cubs will need to rely on their depth in the pitching rotation to fill the void left by Boyd's injury. They will monitor his recovery and hope to have him back in the lineup as soon as possible.

The takeaway

The Cubs' injury woes continue to mount, as they now must find a way to stay competitive in the NL Central without their All-Star lefty Matthew Boyd. This setback could prove costly in their pursuit of a playoff berth.