Dansby Swanson

Dansby Swanson went 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs scored and an RBI in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds.

Fantasy Impact

In Swanson's second game back from the injured list, he launched a 382-foot solo homer in the ninth inning. He's gone 3-for-7 with a homer and a walk since returning and will look to finish the series finale strong Sunday.

Dansby Swanson (oblique) was activated from the IL ahead of Friday's game in Cincinnati.

Fantasy Impact

Swanson ended up missing right around a month due to an oblique strain. The slick-fielding shortstop has hit just .216 through 119 games so far this season, but he has also belted 18 homers and swiped 17 bags. BJ Murray was optioned in a corresponding move.

Dansby Swanson (oblique) is expected to return to the Cubs' lineup on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Swanson has been on the shelf with an oblique injury since August 16. He's slated for rehab games with Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday and Wednesday, with the expectation of being activated from the IL ahead of Friday's game in Cincinnati.

Dansby Swanson will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Iowa next week.

Fantasy Impact

Swanson is working his way back from an oblique strain. He could be activated by next weekend or the following week.

Dansby Swanson could begin a rehab assignment next week

Fantasy Impact

Swanson remains hopeful to return before the end of the regular season.