Jordan Wicks

Jordan Wicks is playing loss toss on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Wicks was recently cleared to resume playing catch. He'll likely throw a bullpen session soon.

Jordan Wicks (forearm) has been cleared to play catch.

Fantasy Impact

Wicks was placed on the IL on Sunday with a forearm strain. It is a positive sign that he is already throwing again and could begin a rehab assignment soon.

The Cubs have placed Jordan Wicks on the 15-day IL with a left forearm strain.

Fantasy Impact

Wicks was scratched from his start Sunday due to left forearm tightness. He will likely undergo further testing before the Cubs determine a potential timeline for his return.

Jordan Wicks will not make his scheduled start Sunday due to left forearm tightness.

Fantasy Impact

Wicks possibly got injured during his last outing and there is no determination on if he will need a stint on the injured list. Hayden Wesneski will draw the start Sunday against Boston.

Jordan Wicks delivered a solid performance, allowing two earned runs on five hits and striking out four over six innings in the Cubs' 7-2 win over the Astros on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

This outing was a step in the right direction for Wicks, who entered the game with a less-than-stellar 4.70 ERA and a 1.52 WHIP from his previous starts this season. His ability to avoid walks in this game and maintain a high strikeout rate is encouraging for fantasy managers looking for signs of improvement and consistency.