Cubs activate Dansby Swanson, option BJ Murray Jr. to Iowa

The Chicago Cubs activated shortstop Dansby Swanson from the 10-day injured list ahead of their game against the Cincinnati Reds on September 18, 2026. Swanson had missed a month due to an oblique injury incurred on August 16. To create space on the roster, the team optioned infielder B.J. Murray Jr. to Triple-A Iowa. The Cubs struggled without Swanson, posting a 13-16 record in his absence. The team hopes Swanson's return bolsters both their defense and lineup after he was batting.278 with two home runs in his last 11 games prior to the injury.

• 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs roster move: Dansby Swanson activated, BJ Murray Jr. optioned