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Cubs' Hoerner Out for Tokyo Series, Eyes Season Opener

3/1/2025

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Cubs' second baseman Nico Hoerner will sit out the Tokyo Series but is on track to return for the season opener in Arizona on March 27. Manager Craig Counsell reassured fans that Hoerner's rehabilitation is progressing well in Spring Training. Meanwhile, third baseman Matt Shaw's future is unclear as he deals with an oblique injury, leaving his participation in upcoming games in doubt.

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Cubs' second baseman Nico Hoerner will sit out the Tokyo Series but is on track to return for the season opener in Arizona on March 27. Manager Craig Counsell reassured fans that Hoerner's rehabilitation is progressing well in Spring Training. Meanwhile, third baseman Matt Shaw's future is unclear as he deals with an oblique injury, leaving his participation in upcoming games in doubt.