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Last updated: June 14, 2026, 8:48 AM ET

Injury Updates

The Texas Rangers placed outfielder Evan Carter on the 10‑day injured list after an oblique strain forced him out in the fourth inning of Friday’s game, leaving a hole in a lineup that had been averaging .274 this month. Meanwhile, Chicago’s right fielder Seiya Suzuki exited early in the Cubs’ 6‑1 win over San Francisco, citing right‑knee discomfort following a fourth‑inning catch attempt, a setback that could limit his already limited defensive rotations.

Cubs’ Early‑Season Decline

A month‑long slide has dropped the Cubs from a mid‑division contender to a trailing position in the NL Central, with their record slipping to 12‑14 and prompting speculation about roster moves as the trade deadline approaches. The combination of Carter’s absence and Suzuki’s injury deepens Chicago’s woes, forcing the club to rely on bench depth while evaluating potential acquisitions to halt the downturn.