Year | W | L | Sv | Hold | IP | H | BB | SO | ER | ERA | WHIP | Rate |
2025 proj | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 147.0 | 143 | 63 | 124 | 61 | 3.73 | 1.401 | 29.2 |
2025 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 27.7 | 27 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 4.23 | 1.301 | 6.7 |
2024 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 147.0 | 143 | 63 | 124 | 61 | 3.73 | 1.401 | 35.0 |
2023 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 109.3 | 93 | 41 | 94 | 37 | 3.05 | 1.226 | 41.4 |
2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 37.7 | 35 | 20 | 30 | 13 | 3.11 | 1.460 | 11.8 |
Date | News |
9/06/25 | Chicago Cubs news and notes: Assad throws, Swanson, McGuire, Hoerner, and Happ homer. The #1 source for #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB news and notes. Cubs win behind Javier Assad and four home runs. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/chicago-cubs-news... |
9/05/25 | What channel is Chicago Cubs game on today? Pitching matchup: Javier Assad vs Jake Irvin. The Cubs are marching toward the playoffs, and today they square off against the Washington Nationals. Here's how to watch the game. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/channel-chicago-c... |
8/31/25 | Chicago Cubs news and notes: Javier Assad, Kyle Tucker, Ian Happ star. ??The #1 source for #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB news and notes. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/chicago-cubs-news... |
8/30/25 | Rockies enter matchup against the Cubs on losing streak. Chicago Cubs (77-58, second in the NL Central) vs. Colorado Rockies (38-97, fifth in the NL West) Denver; Saturday, 7:10 p.m. CDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Cubs: Javier Assad (0-1, 3.86 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, nine strikeouts); Rockies: McCade Brown (0-1, 9.82 ERA, 2.18 WHIP, two strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cubs -205, Rockies +169; over/under is 11 runs BOTTOM […] Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/rockies-enter-mat... |
8/30/25 | Rockies enter matchup against the Cubs on losing streak. Chicago Cubs (77-58, second in the NL Central) vs. Colorado Rockies (38-97, fifth in the NL West) Denver; Saturday, 8:10 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Cubs: Javier Assad (0-1, 3.86 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, nine strikeouts); Rockies: McCade Brown (0-1, 9.82 ERA, 2.18 WHIP, two strikeouts) Cubs -205, Rockies +169; over/under is 11 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Colorado Rockies play the Chicago Cubs after losing three in a row. Colorado has a 21-46 record in home games and a 38-97 record overall. The Rockies have gone 26-45 in games when they record at least eight hits. Chicago has gone 36-33 on the road and 77-58 overall. Cubs hitters have a collective .430 slugging percentage to rank fifth in MLB. The teams square Source: https://abc7chicago.com/post/rockies-enter-matchup... |
8/23/25 | Cubs vs Angels Preview (8/23/25): Game Time, Probable Pitchers & How To Watch The Cubs Game Today. The Chicago Cubs enter the second game of their nine-game road trip looking to take advantage of under .500 teams and bolster their advantage in the NL wild card race. The Cubs will face the Los Angeles Angels for the second straight night at 8:38 p.m. central time at Angel Stadium. Chicago opened the series by recalling Javier Assad from Triple-A Iowa so he could start the opener of the series. In a corresponding move, Ryan Brasier was moved to the 15-day injured list. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/cubs/news/cubs-vs-angels-ga... |
8/22/25 | Cubs make Javier Assad move that only delays a bigger roster problem. Cubs make Javier Assad move that only delays a bigger roster problem The Cubs aren't fooling anyone with what they just did to Ryan Brasier By Jordan Campbell | Share on Facebook Share on X Copy Article Pittsburgh Pirates v Chicago Cubs | Matt Dirksen/GettyImages Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Reddit Copy Article It seemed that Ryan Brasier's days in the Chicago Cubs' bullpen were numbered, considering his recent struggles, and the Cubs seemed to have been under the same impression. The Cubs announced on Friday that Javier Assad has been recalled from Triple-A Iowa and Brasier has been placed on the 15-day IL with a left groin strain. Assad was optioned before the Cubs' five-game series Source: https://cubbiescrib.com/cubs-make-javier-assad-mov... |
8/18/25 | Javier Assad surprisingly sent down as Cubs prep for Brewers showdown. Javier Assad surprisingly sent down as Cubs prep for Brewers showdown Unexpected Cubs roster move sees Javier Assad left off vs Brewers in doubleheader By Jordan Campbell | Share on Facebook Share on X Copy Article Pittsburgh Pirates v Chicago Cubs | Luke Hales/GettyImages Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Reddit Copy Article With the Chicago Cubs not naming a starter for their second game of a doubleheader against the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday, it felt like Jameson Taillon was going to be the 27th man on the roster. With Cade Horton starting in the afternoon contest and the bullpen likely being leaned on, the return of Taillon made sense. Especially when you consider that the Cubs are Source: https://cubbiescrib.com/javier-assad-surprisingly-... |
8/13/25 | Javier Assad delivers a mixed bag in his long-awaited Chicago Cubs return. Assad looked a little rusty and gave up too many hits, but still showed encouraging signs in his first start of the year. The Chicago Cubs gave fans a pleasant surprise ahead of Tuesday's game against the Blue Jays by announcing that Javier Assad would be coming off the injured list and making the start in place of Ben Brown. Source: https://cubbiescrib.com/javier-assad-delivers-a-mi... |
8/12/25 | Cubs BCB After Dark: Should Javier Assad get another start?. Welcome back to BCB After Dark: the grooviest gathering of night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come on in and sit with us for a while. It’s hot out there, but we’re cool in here. There’s no cover charge. The hostess can take you to your table. Bring your own beverage. […] Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/cubs-bcb-dark-jav... |
8/12/25 | Will a quantity of rotation options soon lead to better quality for the Cubs?. The imminent returns of Javier Assad and Jameson Taillon adds needed depth to the staff. Frustration is still simmering among the Chicago Cubs faithful after a disappointing trade deadline and recent struggles. Source: https://cubbiescrib.com/will-a-quantity-of-rotatio... |
7/30/25 | How Chicago Cubs pitcher Javier Assad did in his rehab start with the Iowa Cubs. Javier Assad pitched into the fourth inning of his rehab start with the Iowa Cubs on July 30. Here's a full breakdown of his performance. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/chicago-cubs-pitc... |
7/27/25 | Cubs RHP Javier Assad to make rehab start for Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday. Javier Assad thinks he can help the Chicago Cubs in the last part of the season. Assad is slated to make a rehab start for Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday. The right-hander is coming back from a troublesome left oblique injury. “Just trying to get back to my 100 percent,” Assad said Saturday through a translator. Source: https://www.weareiowa.com/article/sports/mlb/cubs-... |
7/26/25 | Cubs RHP Javier Assad to make rehab start on Wednesday. Javier Assad thinks he can help the Chicago Cubs in the last part of the season. Assad is slated to make a rehab start for Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday. The right-hander is coming back from a troublesome left oblique injury. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/cubs-rhp-javier-a... |
7/22/25 | Cubs' GM Reveals Timeline of Return for Two Key Players. The Chicago Cubs received positive news Friday from general manager Carter Hawkins regarding the return dates of pitcher Javier Assad and catcher Miguel Amaya's injuries. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/cubs-gm-reveals-t... |
7/01/25 | Cubs Injury Update: Javier Assad timeline, Miguel Amaya return, Jordan Wicks. Cubs Injury Update: Javier Assad timeline, Miguel Amaya return, Jordan Wicks Injury mystery clears up as Cubs GM finally shares pitcher return plan By Jordan Campbell | Share on Facebook Share on X Copy Article Washington Nationals v Chicago Cubs | Matt Dirksen/GettyImages Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Reddit Copy Article As the Chicago Cubs look for starting pitching ahead of the Major League Baseball Trade Deadline , it's been a reminder that the team has been without Javier Assad for the entire 2025 season. Assad was shut down during the early days of spring training with an oblique injury, and since then, there have been very few updates on his status. On Tuesday, while speaking on Source: https://cubbiescrib.com/cubs-injury-update-javier-... |
5/19/25 | Cubs General Manager Provides Key Injury Updates on Shota Imanaga and Ian Happ. The Chicago Cubs have had a spectacular start to the 2025 season, with a 27-19 record to their name, they stand atop the National League Central. Over the course of the early part of the year they have had quite a few injury setbacks however, including Javier Assad, Justin Steele, and more recently, Shota Imanaga alongside Ian Happ. General manager Carter Hawkins would recently provide some critical information regarding both players and their recovery progress. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/cubs/news/cubs-general-mana... |
4/30/25 | Cubs Transfer Javier Assad to 60-Day Injured List. Chicago Cubs pitcher Javier Assad was moved to the 60-day IL after re-aggravating his oblique. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/cubs-transfer-jav... |
4/26/25 | 4 internal Cubs pitching options after Javier Assad's injury setback. 4 internal Cubs pitching options after Javier Assad's injury setback The Chicago Cubs could be without Javier Assad for several weeks, meaning the team will need to lean on these pitchers By Rich Eberwein | Share on Facebook Share on X Copy Article Chicago Cubs Spring Training | Matt Dirksen/GettyImages Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Reddit Copy Article The Chicago Cubs' starting pitching depth all of a sudden looks a lot thinner, as the team announced right-hander Javier Assad has been shut down from baseball activity. Assad was diagnosed with a grade 2 oblique strain, an injury that typically has a return timeline of 6-8 weeks. The 27-year-old initially injured his oblique at the beginning Source: https://cubbiescrib.com/4-internal-cubs-pitching-o... |
4/25/25 | Chicago Cubs' Javier Assad Diagnosed With Oblique Strain Following Rehab Setback. Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Javier Assad has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 left oblique strain, manager Craig Counsell told MLB.com's Jordan Bastian and others on Friday. Assad had been on a minor league rehab assignment, working his way back from an oblique injury he suffered in the early days of spring training. The Cubs ultimately placed Assad on the 15-day injured list to open the season, not giving him his first rehab start until April 15. Source: https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/injuries... |