MESA, Ariz. — Right-hander Adbert Alzolay figured to play an important role on the Chicago Cubs pitching staff, whether in the rotation or out of the bullpen.
It’s uncertain, however, when Alzolay will next throw a pitch for the Cubs. President of baseball operations Jed Hoyer revealed Monday that Alzolay is experiencing right shoulder tightness and the Cubs are trying to determine the extent of the issue.
Hoyer expects Alzolay to start the season on the injured list and, notably, doesn’t believe it will be a minimum 15-day stint.
