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September 9, 2025

Cubs place Kyle Tucker on injured list because of strained left calf - NBC Sports

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Kyle Tucker landed on the Cubs 10-day injured list with a left calf strain, retroactive to Sept. 2. He’s hitting .270 with an .854 OPS and 22 homers in his first Cubs season after seven years with Houston. Activation could come Sept. 16, a window that could reshape late-season lineups and fantasy projections.

Moisés Ballesteros was recalled from Triple-A Iowa to help cover outfield time. Tucker’s absence may nudge Cubs' daily rosters and DFS plans as Chicago fights for a playoff push, making Tucker’s return a welcome fantasy pivot.

What is the key fantasy takeaway from this Tucker IL move?How should Tucker rest-of-season projections be adjusted after IL stint?Who gains short-term value for Cubs in Tucker's absence?What is the long-term impact on Cubs fantasy outlook and Tucker's ADP for next year?

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