Keegan Thompson still believes he has a few things to prove even after throwing 1041⁄3 innings in his first full major league season.
“I think getting back and (pitching) a couple more outings will give me innings toward next year,” Thompson said Sunday, two days after throwing 21⁄3 innings in a minor league rehab assignment for Triple-A Iowa. “The more innings I can get, the better for that purpose and longevity and build innings up.”
Thompson, who has made 25 appearances (17 starts) for the Cubs, is scheduled to meet with manager David Ross, pitching coach Tommy Hottovy and medical staff members to plan a course for the final two weeks.