By Salem Chicago News Staff
The Cubs updated their injury and transaction tracker Friday as the roster undergoes daily adjustments heading into the final nine games of the regular season.
The most significant roster move was the activation of shortstop Dansby Swanson from the 10-day injured list. Swanson missed 28 games with a left oblique strain and returned to the starting lineup Friday in Cincinnati.
To accommodate Swanson’s return, the Cubs optioned first baseman BJ Murray Jr. to Triple-A Iowa. Murray, the club’s No. 19 prospect, made his MLB debut earlier in the week and went 1-for-11 in seven games.
The Cubs also announced that veteran reliever Shelby Miller has been shut down for the remainder of the season. Miller, who signed a two-year deal during spring training to rehabilitate from right elbow surgery, pitched in 13 Minor League games between Double-A and Triple-A.
“Shelby did an incredible job getting back,” manager Craig Counsell said. “At this point, the risk outweighs what reward there would be from keeping him going and pushing him to pitch in this environment.”
Counsell said Miller will be ready for spring training heading into the 2027 season.
The Cubs (84-67) hold a half-game lead over the Phillies for the NL’s top Wild Card spot.
