Cubs' Horton's Early Exit Raises Concerns

0:00On April 3, Cubs pitcher Cade Horton had a short night Friday against the Guardians, leaving after just 17 pitches with right forearm, discomfort. The 24-year-old Ridey faced only four batters in his second start of the season at Progressive Field. He cruised through the first inning, retiring the side in order, but opened the second with a walk to Kyle Manzardo. After a curveball in a 93.8 mile per hour fastball to Bo Naylor, Horton's signal trouble and headed to the dugout for talks with. Manager Craig Council and the trainer. Chicago Council on Horton as a cornerstone of their rotation, so this quick exit raised eyebrows among fans in the front office. Catcher Carson Kelly even popped up from his crouch to check on him right away. Last year, Horton was runner-up for National League Rookie of the Year, going 11-4 with a 2.67 ERA over 100, 18 innings. He dominated after the All-Star Break 2, posting a 1.03 ERA in 12 starts.

1:01In his season debut against the Nationals, he went six in a third innings allowing just two runs. Cubs Nation will be glued to updates on that form as they push forward this year. This has been MLB News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story.