Porter Hodge

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell said that the goal is for Porter Hodge to begin playing catch around April 1.

Fantasy Impact

Hodge continues to recover from a right flexor strain, which will force him to begin the season on the injured list. He is expected to begin playing catch in early April and could return to game action later that month. Hodge struggled in 2025, posting a 6.27 ERA and 1.58 WHIP across 33 innings after an impressive rookie campaign in 2024, when he recorded a 1.88 ERA and 0.88 WHIP over 43 innings.

Cubs’ manager Craig Counsell told reporters Porter Hodge will begin the season on the injured list with a right elbow flexor strain.

Fantasy Impact

Hodge remains without a clear timetable to return. He was expected to open the season in a middle relief role in the Cubs bullpen.

The Chicago Cubs optioned Porter Hodge to Triple-A Iowa on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Hodge will head to the minors after giving up three earned runs in one inning of work against the Cincinnati Reds on Friday. In a corresponding move, Jordan Hicks was recalled from Triple-A.

The Cubs recalled RHP Porter Hodge from Triple-A Iowa.

Fantasy Impact

Hodge adds a fresh arm in the Cubs bullpen. He'll remain in a low-leverage role.

Porter Hodge is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Iowa on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

After being sidelined since July 9 with a right shoulder impingement, Hodge will begin a rehab assignment on Saturday. He's expected to be reinstated in early August.