Matthew Boyd excels in rehab start, nearing return to Cubs rotation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 9:35 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Matthew Boyd had a strong rehab assignment start with the South Bend Cubs on Saturday, throwing four scoreless innings while striking out seven against the Fort Wayne TinCaps. This outing followed a shoulder setback that delayed his return from a previous meniscus injury. Boyd's improvement suggests he is close to rejoining the Chicago Cubs’ rotation, though he may require another minor league start to build up his pitch count before activation from the injured list next weekend.
- •Boyd fanned seven hitters in four innings while allowing two hits.
- •He previously dealt with shoulder soreness after a meniscus tear.
- •This is Boyd's third rehab start following multiple injuries this season.
- •Cubs may activate Boyd next week, potentially replacing a starter in the rotation.
- •Boyd threw 59 pitches and might need additional minor league work.
- 9:35 PMYahoo Sports — Matthew Boyd Dominant In Rehab Start, Could Return Next Week
"The veteran southpaw fanned seven over four scoreless innings in South Bend, shaking off a shoulder setback to put himself on the brink of a rotation return.
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