The Cubs swung a blockbuster deal to land Edward Cabrera over the offseason due to his top-of-the-rotation potential. His first season with the North Siders has featured frustratingly mixed results and multiple trips to the injured list.

After the Cubs' 11-4 loss to the Cardinals, manager Craig Counsell said Swanson is headed to the injured list and that the team will have to discuss whether Cabrera will take his next turn in the rotation.

Before the Chicago Cubs start their Crosstown Classic against the White Sox, they made a slew of roster moves. Dansby Swanson was forced to exit Sunday's loss

CHICAGO - Edward Cabrera's return to the Cubs rotation didn't go as planned Sunday afternoon at Wrigley Field. Making his first start since late June, Cabrera allowed seven earned runs over 3 2/3 innings as the Cardinals rolled to an 11-4 victory and took the weekend series from the Cubs.

Wrigleyville was buzzing about this week's Crosstown series, but the Cubs were dealing with bigger-picture problems than the White Sox on Monday, putting their starting shortstop and their big offseason trade acquisition on the injured list in the thick of a playoff race.

Over 6 2/3 innings Friday, Holmes gave up one hit and one walk, leaving to a standing ovation after making 80 pitches.

Edward Cabrera certainly looks ready to rejoin the Chicago Cubs after another dominant rehab outing.

Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson has a Grade 2 oblique strain and is expected to miss four to six weeks, a source told ESPN.