As the headline says, the Cubs added Javier Assad to the active roster for Wednesday's game, recalled from Triple-A Iowa, and placed Nick Burdi on the injured list. The reason for Burdi's placement is unusual:
Cubs move today:
• RHP Javier Assad recalled from @IowaCubs
• RHP Nick Burdi to IL after undergoing an appendectomy this morning— Jordan Bastian (@MLBastian) May 24, 2023Here's hoping for a swift recovery for Burdi, who has allowed three runs in three innings in three appearances for the Cubs this year.