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Cubs' Horton Exits Early with Back Tightness

9/24/2025

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Cade Horton left his start after three innings with back tightness; the Cubs led 5-1 against the New York Mets.
He is 11-4 with a 2.67 ERA this season.
Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy aimed to prepare Horton for playoff pressure by simulating big-game scenarios.
He has drawn comparisons to former Cubs pitcher Jake Arrieta for a strong second-half performance.

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Cade Horton left his start after three innings with back tightness; the Cubs led 5-1 against the New York Mets.
He is 11-4 with a 2.67 ERA this season.
Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy aimed to prepare Horton for playoff pressure by simulating big-game scenarios.
He has drawn comparisons to former Cubs pitcher Jake Arrieta for a strong second-half performance.