Cubs activate Frank Schwindel, put Andrelton Simmons on IL

The Cubs reinstated first baseman Frank Schwindel from the 10-day IL on Thursday. File photo. (Getty)

Just as the Cubs got one infielder back from the injured list, they lost another. 

First baseman Frank Schwindel returned from the 10-day IL on Thursday before the Cubs’ 8-0 loss to the Mets after nearly four weeks out with a strained lower back. In turn, middle infielder Andrelton Simmons landed on the 10-day IL with a strained right shoulder.