Cubs' Suzuki to make season debut vs. Pirates after WBC injury
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Cubs' Suzuki to make season debut vs. Pirates after WBC injury
Seiya Suzuki has been activated from the injured list and is back in the Cubs' lineup after recovering from a sprained right knee. To accommodate his return, Dylan Carlson was designated for assignment. The Cubs also placed Phil Maton on the injured list and recalled Ethan Roberts. Suzuki was a key player last season, contributing significantly to the Cubs' playoff run. He sustained his injury during the World Baseball Classic. In a recent rehab stint, he performed well, hitting .429 in five games.
"Seiya Suzuki was activated from the 10-day injured list before Friday's game against Pittsburgh, marking his return to the Cubs after a knee injury sustained during the World Baseball Classic."
"Suzuki was one of Chicago's most productive hitters last year, hitting .245 with a career-high 32 homers and 103 RBI in 151 games, helping the Cubs reach the playoffs."
"In a rehab stint with Double-A Knoxville, Suzuki hit .429 (6 for 14) with two doubles in five games, showcasing his readiness to return to the major leagues."
"The Cubs began the day with a 6-6 record after splitting a six-game road trip, managing to outscore the Rays 15-4 in a pair of wins."
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