[Bastian] Counsell said MRI on Cade Horton (back/ribs) showed “some areas of concern,” so another doctor will reciew the imaging. That said, Counsell said the current plan is for Horton to throw on Friday, adding that he remains “on target” for now. Cubs want to gather more info to be certain.

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1. Be optimistic

2. I hope that doesn’t mean he’s pitching anytime soon

3. Jeez. Given our pitching injury history (as an org) WTF do we need to test him beyond 20-30 pitches.

   Can we get an update on Justin Steele while we’re at it?

4. Load up the painkiller we’ve got some priests to beat up

5. Can’t we ever have something nice..

6. >Horton is adamant he can pitch, Counsell said, but Cubs want to make sure they have all info before that happens
   It’s still unclear if this is a rib cage area issue and/or his back. Cubs will have another physician look at Horton’s MRI
   Counsell said Horton scheduled to throw tomorrow is good sign

   https://bsky.app/profile/mmontemurro.bsky.social/post/3lzox5yllvk2c

7. If they throw him on Friday I’m gonna have a fucking meltdown

8. Who do we think is starting Sunday in his place?

9. Basically he’s going to pitch through pain and probably be on a limit is how I’m reading this.

10. Quick, where’s that witch for hire?

11. I’m holding my breath

12. Is it Time to unretire mark prior’s jock towel and break out the towel throwing drill again……….

13. We made the wild card. Only need two padre losses or two cubs wins to clinch home field advantage. Sit him and let him rest.

14. I’m sure I’m in the minority but I’d rather shut him down for the year and have him completely healthy for next season. This season started off with so much promise but it has completely fizzled out.