URGENT UPDATE: Chicago Cubs’ promising right-hander Cade Horton exited the game after just three innings due to back tightness during the matchup against the New York Mets on September 26, 2023. The team confirmed that Horton was removed “as a precaution” after throwing only 29 pitches.
Horton, a strong contender for the NL Rookie of the Year, faced an early challenge when Francisco Lindor hit a leadoff homer. However, he quickly regained control, allowing just two hits and striking out two batters, leaving the game with the Cubs ahead 5-1.
Following Horton’s departure, the Mets capitalized on a struggling Chicago bullpen. They scored five unearned runs against Michael Soroka, ultimately tying the game and seizing the lead, adding significant playoff implications for both teams.
This season, the 24-year-old Horton boasts an impressive 11-4 record and a 2.67 ERA over 118 innings, leading all rookie pitchers in wins and maintaining the best ERA among rookies with at least 100 innings pitched.
Fans and analysts alike are now left wondering about Horton’s condition and its potential impact on the Cubs’ playoff aspirations. As the game unfolds, all eyes will be on the latest updates regarding Horton’s health and the Cubs’ performance against the Mets.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as the Cubs fight to keep their postseason hopes alive.