Swanson Injury Could Impact Cubs Playoff Push | MLB News

Dansby Swanson’s Grade Two oblique strain could sideline him four to six weeks — just enough time for him to return in time for the playoffs, which is exactly what the Cubs need. The injury occurred during Sunday’s game against the Cardinals after a swing-induced tightness in his left side. While the timeline looks promising, oblique injuries are notoriously tricky and can linger, raising concerns about his full recovery and immediate impact. With Swanson’s elite defense vital to the team, his absence puts pressure on the Cubs to maintain defensive strength. Rookie Pedro Ramírez, hitting nearly .300 in his first months in the majors, is expected to take over at second base while Nico Hoerner moves to shortstop. The team also has options like Matt Shaw, James Triantos, and veteran Owen Miller to provide depth. Ultimately, the Cubs will rely heavily on Ramírez to step up at shortstop as they race toward postseason contention — consistency and trust in their replacements will be key. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4e7645e2d79858f8