Hendricks expected to start as Cubs host the Cardinals
The Cardinals will start John Gant on Saturday and the Cubs are expected to counter with Kyle HendricksJUNE 12, 2021 • Associated Press
JOC PEDERSON #4 - FIRST BASEMAN - TEXAS RANGERS
9 HR •
26 RBI •
.181 AVG
9 HR
26 RBI
.181 AVG
Hits eighth HR Pederson went 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBI Friday against the Cardinals.
Impact He took right-hander Johan Oviedo deep on a solo shot in the bottom of the fourth inning and also hit a double. Pederson was thrown out on a stolen base attempt for the third time in three tries this season, so he probably can't be counted on to attempt many more steals going forward. He has four home runs over his last seven games and all eight of his home runs on the year have come against righties.
JUNE 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Pederson, Rizzo, Contreras homer as Cubs beat Cardinals 8-5
Joc Pederson homered and drove in three runs, Anthony Rizzo and Willson Contreras went deep and the Chicago Cubs beat the St. Louis Cardinals 8-5 on Friday afternoonJUNE 11, 2021 • Associated Press
Fernando Tatis Jr. reacts to Joc Pederson trolling him with stutter step move at third base Fernando Tatis Jr. was asked about Joc Pederson doing the stutter-step after his homer off Yu Darvish, and had a classic response. Fernando...
JUNE 11, 2021 • FANSIDED.COM
Homers in Wednesday win Pederson went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 3-1 win over the Padres.
Impact Pederson took former Chicago starter Yu Darvish deep in the fourth inning, one of two long balls for the Cubs on the day. Pederson now has seven home runs this season to go with a .238 batting average and .726 OPS. As has been the case throughout his career, the outfielder doesn't help much with the average and can be a streaky performer, though he supplies decent pop when he's locked in.
JUNE 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Pederson, Arrieta lead Cubs to 3-1 win over Darvish, Padres
Joc Pederson and Sergio Alcantara homered, and Jake Arrieta threw five strong innings for the Chicago Cubs, who beat former teammate Yu Darvish and the San Diego Padres 3-1 to take...JUNE 9, 2021 • Associated Press
Davies strong, Rizzo, Wisdom homer in Cubs' 7-1 win vs Pads
Zach Davies allowed just one hit in six scoreless innings, Anthony Rizzo homered and drove in four runs, and Patrick Wisdom went deep again for the Chicago Cubs as they defeated th...JUNE 9, 2021 • Associated Press
Back in action Tuesday Pederson (back) is starting in left field and batting leadoff Tuesday at San Diego.
Impact The 29-year-old has been held out of the lineup since exiting Saturday's contest with back tightness, but he'll rejoin the starting nine Tuesday. Pederson is mired in a 2-for-22 slump over his past seven games, though both hits were home runs.
JUNE 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Machado, O’Grady power Padres past Cubs 9-4 in series opener
Manny Machado and Brian O’Grady each homered and had three RBIs to lead the San Diego Padres over the Chicago Cubs 9-4 in the opener of a three-game series between National League...JUNE 8, 2021 • Associated Press
Sits again Monday Pederson (back) remains on the bench Monday against the Padres.
Impact Pederson exited Saturday's game against the Giants and didn't take part in Sunday's contest. He's reportedly feeling better but will sit for at least one more game. Ian Happ slides to left field in his absence, with Jake Marisnick starting in center.
JUNE 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Alzolay expected to start for the Cubs against Padres
The Padres will send Ryan Weathers to the mound Monday and the Cubs plan to give Adbert Alzolay the startJUNE 7, 2021 • Associated Press
Shows improvement in recovery Manager David Ross said prior to Sunday's 4-3 win over the Giants that Pederson is feeling "much better" after exiting Saturday's loss due to back tightness, Maddie Lee of NBC Spor...
Impact Pederson didn't start or appear off the bench in Sunday's series finale, but Ross' comments suggest the outfielder isn't at major risk of heading to the 10-day injured list. He'll continue to receive treatment heading into Monday's series opener in San Diego before the Cubs decide in the hours leading up to the 10:10 p.m. ET opening pitch whether Pederson is fit to return to the lineup.
JUNE 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Wisdom homers twice for Cubs, who avoid sweep with 4-3 win
Patrick Wisdom hit a pair of home runs and drove in three runs in helping the Chicago Cubs avoid a four-game sweep with a 4-3 victory over the San Francisco GiantsJUNE 6, 2021 • Associated Press
Not in lineup Sunday Pederson (back) is not in the starting lineup Sunday against the Giants after leaving Saturday's game with back tightness.
Impact Per Jordan Bastian of MLB.com, manager David Ross said Kris Bryant was originally scheduled to return to third base for the series finale, but will instead need to fill Pederson's void in the outfield. Pederson remains day-to-day for the time being and it's unknown if he'll be available off the bench Sunday.
JUNE 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Gausman fans 10 in 7 innings, Giants edge Cubs 4-3
Unbeaten Kevin Gausman struck out 10 in seven smooth innings, Alex Dickerson homered for the second consecutive day and the San Francisco Giants kept rolling, beating the Chicago C...JUNE 6, 2021 • Associated Press
Pederson (lower back tightness) exits early SAN FRANCISCO -- Joc Pederson had been enjoying his trip back to Oracle Park, where Giants fans know him well from his days with the rival D...
JUNE 6, 2021 • MLB.COM
Leaves with back tightness Pederson left Saturday's game against the Giants with right lower back tightness, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
Impact It wasn't originally clear why Pederson left the game in the fifth inning. The extent of the back issue isn't known at this point, but the outfielder figures to be further evaluated before more updates are given.
JUNE 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Leaves game Saturday Pederson was removed from Saturday's game against the Giants in the fifth inning for undisclosed reasons, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.
Impact Pederson went 0-for-2 with a strikeout before exiting. The reasons for his exit aren't known at this point, but those details figure to come out after the game, if not sooner. Kris Bryant shifted from center field to left field and Rafael Ortega entered the game as the new center fielder.
JUNE 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Giants hit 4 home runs, thump Arrieta, Cubs 8-5
Steven Duggar and Alex Dickerson homered off Jake Arrieta as part of a six-run second inning, and the San Francisco Giants thumped the Chicago Cubs 8-5JUNE 5, 2021 • Associated Press
Plates two runs Pederson went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Thursday's loss against the Giants.
Impact Pederson provided all the offense the Cubs could muster Thursday, as he socked a two-run shot off starter Anthony DeSclafani in the third inning. It was the outfielder's fifth long ball of the campaign, and that also ended his three-game hitless streak.
JUNE 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Crawford's 3-run HR propels Giants past Cubs 7-2
Brandon Crawford homered and drove in four runs, Anthony DeSclafani pitched six solid innings and hit an RBI double, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Chicago Cubs 7-2JUNE 4, 2021 • Associated Press
Pederson helps Cubs pound Reds 10-2 for 6th straight win
Joc Pederson, Ian Happ and Eric Sogard each drove in two runs, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Cincinnati Reds 10-2 for their season-high sixth consecutive victoryMAY 29, 2021 • Associated Press
Sits against lefty Pederson is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Pirates.
Impact With a southpaw (Tyler Anderson) on the hill for the Pirates, the lefty-hitting Pederson will check out of the starting nine for the series finale. Rafael Ortega will fill in for Pederson in left field.
MAY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Pirates look to break 4-game slide against Cubs
Pittsburgh will try to break its four-game losing streak when the Pirates take on ChicagoMAY 26, 2021 • Associated Press
Pops two home runs in win Pederson went 3-for-5 with a double, two home runs and three RBI in Tuesday's win over the Pirates.
Impact Pederson led off for the Cubs and almost single-handedly carried them to the 4-3 win. The home runs were just his third and fourth of the season, but the outfielder has been locked in lately, as he's batting .316 across his last 10 games with three long balls and six RBI. He's also batted leadoff in six straight contests, so clearly manager David Ross likes what he's getting from Pederson atop the order. He's a strong fantasy asset while he remains hot.
MAY 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
