Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon likely to be DFA'd amid struggles

Jameson Taillon's future with the Cubs is uncertain as he deals with a hamstring injury and poor performance. The $68 million starter has a career-worst 5.13 ERA and leads the MLB with 20 home runs allowed this season. Despite the Cubs struggling for starting pitching depth, Taillon's ongoing issues have reportedly led the organization to consider designating him for assignment. If healthy, his removal from the rotation might have been inevitable given his lack of effectiveness this season. Taillon is in the final year of his contract, increasing the urgency for the Cubs to find a reliable replacement in the rotation.

• 4:50 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs $68 million pitcher could be DFA'd despite injury and rotation issues