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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JUNE 05: Manager Craig Counsell #11 of the Chicago Cubs reacts against the San Francisco Giants during the sixth inning at Wrigley Field on June 05, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
On Saturday, the Chicago Cubs will play the second game of their series with the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field.
They will look to bounce back after an 18-3 loss on Friday.
Chicago Cubs Announce Roster Move With 5-Year Player


GettyJavier Assad #72 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after pitching in the fifth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on May 8, 2026 in Arlington, Texas.
Ahead of Saturday’s game, the Cubs announced that they had made a roster move.
Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network wrote: “#Cubs recall RHP Javier Assad from Triple-A Iowa. In a corresponding move, RHP Ethan Roberts was optioned to Triple-A Iowa.”
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On Saturday, the Chicago Cubs will play the second game of their series with the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field.They will look to bounce back after an 18-3 loss on Friday.Chicago Cubs Announce Roster Move With 5-Year PlayerAhead of Saturday’s game, the Cubs announced that they had made a roster move.Taylor McGregor of Marquee […]