Javier Assad

Javier Assad played catch on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

It is the first time Assad played catch since suffering a setback. He remains without a clear timetable to return.

The Cubs have transferred Javier Assad (oblique) to the 60-day IL.

Fantasy Impact

This move frees up a spot on the 40-man roster for Chris Flexen, who was added to the roster Wednesday. The move does not impact Assad, as there is no firm timetable for his return.

Javier Assad left his rehab start early on Tuesday for Triple-A Iowa.

Fantasy Impact

Assad left the game after warming up for the fifth inning. He'll likely undergo further testing at which point another update should be provided.

Javier Assad will make a rehab appearance with Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Assad made his first rehab start last week. He could be activated by the end of April or start of May.

Javier Assad (oblique) will throw two innings in an extended spring training game Friday, according to Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times. Assad is expected to make one more extended spring appearance before beginning a formal minor-league rehab assignment as he works back from an oblique injury.

Fantasy Impact

Assad (oblique) begins game progression Friday in extended spring training. With more build-up and a rehab assignment still needed, he remains at least a few weeks away. Ben Brown continues to hold the fifth starter spot.