Cubs Pitcher Jameson Taillon Exits Early Against Giants Due to Injury

CHICAGO (AP) — In a disappointing turn of events for the Chicago Cubs, starting pitcher Jameson Taillon had to leave the game against the San Francisco Giants in the second inning due to an unspecified injury. This occurred with no outs in the inning and the Cubs trailing 1-0 on Sunday night.

After issuing a walk to Matt Chapman to start the second, Taillon was approached on the mound by the Cubs' training staff and manager Craig Counsell. Following a brief conversation, the right-hander exited the game and was replaced by Javier Assad, who had just been recalled from Triple-A Iowa the previous day.

Taillon's struggles continued, as he had already given up a run in the first inning, which was set up by a walk and two singles. Coming into this matchup, he held a record of 2-5 with a 5.13 ERA, having lost four out of his last five starts.

This incident adds to the Cubs' challenges this season as they aim for a strong playoff push.