Chicago Cubs Announce Roster Moves: Javier Assad Called Up, Jameson Taillon to Injured List
On August 28, 2025, teh Chicago Cubs announced they have promoted right-handed pitcher javier Assad from Triple-A Iowa. https://www.mlb.com/news/javier-assad-called-up-by-cubs To make room for Assad on the 26-man roster, right-hander Jameson Taillon has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to August 25, due to a left groin strain.
Assad, 28, has appeared in three games as a starter for the Cubs this season, posting a 0-1 record wiht a 3.86 ERA across 14.0 innings pitched. https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/a/assadja01.shtml He began the season on the injured list and made his 2025 debut on August 12th against the Toronto blue Jays.
Taillon, 33, has been a key part of the Cubs’ rotation this year, compiling a 9-6 record with a 4.15 ERA in 19 starts. https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/t/taillonj01.shtml The severity of his groin injury and expected recovery timeline have not yet been announced.
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