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Likely to start season at short? Hoerner could be in line to start the regular season as the primary shortstop if Andrelton Simmons (shoulder) has to miss time, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Impact Simmons has missed time in camp with a sore right shoulder, and Hoerner could be next in line, with Jonathan Villar possibly better suited for more of a utility role. Hoerner profiles as a better offensive player than Simmons, so he could carve out a more regular role all year if he starts producing at the plate right out of the gate.

APRIL 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Cubs trying to contend while looking to future

The offseason overhaul for the Chicago Cubs included Seiya Suzuki, Marcus Stroman, Wade Miley and Andrelton Simmons

MARCH 30, 2022 • Associated Press

Why sharing Wrigley Field with Nick Madrigal would mean 'a lot' to Nico Hoerner As the spring has progressed, the Cubs’ middle infield picture has become clearer.

MARCH 27, 2022 • SUNTIMES.COM

Gets competition Hoerner got added competition for playing time at shortstop in 2022 when the Cubs added Andrelton Simmons on Friday, per Jon Heyman of MLB Network.

Impact Hoerner appeared in 44 games for the Cubs in 2021, slashing a solid .302/.382/.369. Simmons, meanwhile, posted a .223/.283/.274 line with Minnesota. The latter is known for his defensive abilities, but the 24-year-old Hoerner has a definite path to playing time if he can outproduce the veteran at the plate by a significant margin.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lester expected to start as Cardinals host the Cubs

The Cardinals are expected to send Jon Lester to the mound Saturday and the Cubs will give Adrian Sampson the start

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • Associated Press

Officially placed on injured list Hoerner was placed on the 10-day injured list with right oblique tightness Friday, retroactive to Sept. 28, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Impact Hoerner's placement on the injured list doesn't come as a surprise after he said Thursday that he'll miss the remainder of the season. It's unlikely that his injury will force him to miss the start of spring training in 2022, but Sergio Alcantara should see the majority of the playing time at shortstop during the final series of the 2021 campaign.

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

The Cubs' big shortstop questions start with Nico Hoerner and Javier Báez There could be a scenario in which a Báez reunion makes sense, or they could find a middle infielder to pair with Hoerner and Nick Madrigal.

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Chicago Cubs catcher Austin Romine is the latest to go on the IL without an injury distinction, while Nico Hoerner's season ends early Chicago Cubs catcher Austin Romine went on the injured list without an injury designation, the second player to go on the IL for COVID-relat...

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Hoerner open to shortstop, roving role in 2022 PITTSBURGH -- Nico Hoerner would love nothing more than to be the Cubs' starting shortstop on an everyday basis next season. He also underst...

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • MLB.COM

Ruled out for season Hoerner (general soreness) won't return during the Cubs' final series of the regular season, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Impact Hoerner hasn't been placed on the 10-day injured list, but he confirmed Thursday that he's shifting his focus toward returning to full health for the offseason. The 24-year-old appeared in 44 major-league games during the 2021 campaign and hit .302 with 16 RBI, 13 runs and five stolen bases. Sergio Alcantara should continue to serve as the primary shortstop to close out the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago to visit Pittsburgh Thursday

The Cubs will start Justin Steele on Thursday while the Pirates have yet to announce who will get the start

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • Associated Press

Contreras 3 RBIs, Cubs beat Pirates, end 7-game losing skid

Willson Contreras drove in all of the Cubs’ run as Chicago beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-2 to end a seven-game losing streak

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • Associated Press

Likely done for 2021 Hoerner isn't expected to play again this season while he contends with lingering soreness from previous injuries, Gordon Wittenmyer of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Impact Hoerner hasn't seen the field since Saturday and will sit out a fourth consecutive game Wednesday against the Pirates. Though the Cubs have thus far resisted placing Hoerner on the injured list, he may be available only in an emergency over the team's final five games. Sergio Alcantara will serve as the primary option at shortstop while Hoerner is out.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still not starting Hoerner (general soreness) isn't starting Wednesday's game against Pittsburgh.

Impact Hoerner has been dealing with general soreness recently and will be out of the lineup for a fourth straight game as a result. It's not yet clear whether he'll return prior to the end of the regular season, but Sergio Alcantara will start at shortstop and bat eighth.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hendricks scheduled to start for Chicago against Pittsburgh

The Cubs will start Kyle Hendricks on Wednesday and the Pirates are expected to counter with Roansy Contreras

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • Associated Press

Chicago Cubs shut down 2 injured players, while Nico Hoerner's status for the final week is in limbo. How much can they count on him in 2022? Of all the Chicago Cubs players dealing with injuries, Nico Hoerner’s health might be the most concerning given his importance to how the Cu...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Remains on bench Hoerner (general soreness) isn't starting Tuesday's game against Pittsburgh.

Impact Hoerner will be out of the lineup for a third consecutive game as he continues to deal with general soreness. Sergio Alcantara will start at shortstop and bat seventh.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Keller expected to start as Pittsburgh hosts Chicago

The Cubs will start Alec Mills on Tuesday while the Pirates are expected to counter with Mitch Keller

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • Associated Press

Sitting Sunday Hoerner (general soreness) is out of the lineup Sunday versus the Cardinals.

Impact Hoerner was a late scratch for Saturday's game due to general soreness and will remain out of the lineup for Sunday's contest. Serio Alcantara will receive another start at shortstop in his place for the series finale.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Thompson scheduled to start as Chicago hosts St. Louis

The Cubs will roll out Keegan Thompson to the mound Sunday and the Cardinals will give Jake Woodford the start

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • Associated Press

Cardinals set team record with 15th straight win, beat Cubs

The St. Louis Cardinals set a franchise record with their 15th straight win, boosted when catcher Yadier Molina and center fielder Harrison Bader helped pull off a wild double play...

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • Associated Press

Late scratch Saturday Hoerner was scratched from Saturday's lineup against the Cardinals with general soreness, Tim Stebbins of NBC Sports Chicago reports.

Impact Sergio Alcantara will slot into the lineup at shortstop, batting eighth. Hoerner played in both games of Friday's doubleheader and is available off the bench.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records two hits, two RBI Wednesday Hoerner went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a stolen base in Wednesday's loss to the Twins.

Impact In his third game back from the injured list, Hoerner delivered his first multi-hit performance since the end of July. The young infielder has only been able to play in 42 games this season due to a handful of injuries, but he's shown promise with his .310 batting average. A strong finish to the season could give Hoerner a boost heading into 2022, and if he's able to stay healthy, he could end up as a strong fantasy contributor over a larger slate of games.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kepler homers twice, Ryan's 11 Ks lead Twins over Cubs 5-4

Max Kepler homered twice, rookie Joe Ryan struck out a season-high 11, and the Minnesota Twins held on to beat the Chicago Cubs 5-4

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • Associated Press

Wisdom sets Cubs rookie record with 27th HR, beat Brewers

Patrick Wisdom set a Cubs rookie record with his 27th homer, hitting a three-run drive that capped a five-run comeback in the eighth inning and sent Chicago over the Milwaukee Brew...

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • Associated Press

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