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Cubs expect Dansby Swanson to return from injury on September 18

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 4:20 PM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Cubs expect Dansby Swanson to return from injury on September 18

Summary

Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson is recovering from a left side oblique strain. Cubs manager Craig Counsell stated that Swanson is expected to return on September 18 for the series against the Cincinnati Reds after participating in rehab games. His return would strengthen the Cubs as they compete for the top National League Wild Card position. The Cubs currently lead by a half-game over the Philadelphia Phillies as they chase the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central. Chicago continues a series against the Atlanta Braves, having won the first game.

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Status Watch

•Swanson recovering from a left side oblique strain.
•Expected return date is September 18 against the Reds.
•Cubs currently hold a half-game lead for the NL Wild Card.
•Chicago is 9.5 games behind the Brewers in the NL Central.
•Cubs won the first game against the Braves, 7-3.

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4:20 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs news: Is Dansby Swanson still expected to return from injury this week?

What they're saying

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Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson is recovering from a left side oblique strain . Cubs manager Craig Counsell previously revealed that Swanson is expected to return this week . So, is that still the expectation? According to MLB.com, the 32-year-old infielder is indeed expected to return on September 18 for the Cubs’ series against the […] The post Cubs news: Is Dansby Swanson still expected to return from injury this week? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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