UPDATE: In a surprising turn of events during the Chicago Cubs’ matchup against the New York Mets on September 26, 2023, right-hander Cade Horton exited the game after just three innings due to back tightness. The Cubs confirmed he was removed “as a precaution” after throwing only 29 pitches.
Horton, a top contender for the National League Rookie of the Year, endured a rocky start, allowing a leadoff home run to the Mets’ Francisco Lindor. However, he quickly regained his composure, finishing his outing with two strikeouts and only two hits allowed, leaving the game with the Cubs leading 5-1.
As the game progressed, the Cubs extended their lead to 6-1, but the Mets mounted a comeback against the Chicago bullpen, scoring five unearned runs against Michael Soroka to tie the game. This matchup carries significant playoff implications for both teams, heightening the urgency of Horton’s early exit.
Horton, aged 24, boasts an impressive season record of 11-4 with a 2.67 ERA over 118 innings pitched, leading all rookie pitchers in wins and holding the best ERA among those who have logged at least 100 innings.
Cubs fans are now left anxiously awaiting further updates on Horton’s condition as the season approaches its critical final stretch. The team’s playoff hopes may hinge on the health of their star rookie.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
