BREAKING! Jed Hoyer Addresses Chicago Cubs’ Risk With Soroka Amid Pitching Rotation Concerns
In a pivotal update that sheds light on the Chicago Cubs’ current pitching concerns, team President Jed Hoyer has broken his silence regarding right-hander Michael Sorokaโs injury and its impact on the rotation. Hoyer acknowledged that the organization was fully aware of Soroka’s โrisk profile,โ especially due to recent velocity dips and an inconsistent performance trend. Still, the front office believed the former Braves standout was a worthy gamble.
โThere was always a risk, but with someone of Sorokaโs talent, it was a bet we thought could pay off,โ Hoyer said in a media session. โUnfortunately, injuries are part of the game, and weโre monitoring his situation closely.โ
Soroka, once one of MLBโs most promising young pitchers, has been sidelined again after experiencing arm discomfort in his latest outing. While the severity of the injury has yet to be officially confirmed, his absence leaves a growing hole in the Cubsโ already-thin rotation.
With Jameson Taillon struggling and Justin Steele working back from his own issues, the Cubsโ rotation is now under immense pressure. Kyle Hendricks, the veteran anchor, hasnโt shown consistent dominance either, leaving questions about depth and durability moving forward.
Hoyerโs comments reveal a front office trying to remain optimistic while facing the tough reality of health concerns in the rotation. Whether Soroka bounces back or not, the Cubs may need to act swiftly to stabilize their pitching before their playoff hopes slip away.