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The Cubs’ starting pitching plans this week changed when right-hander Marcus Stroman felt discomfort on the right side of his ribs.
He was originally scheduled to be activated off the 15-day injured list to start Wednesday. He’ll be evaluated by the Cubs medical staff, but it was already clear Tuesday afternoon that he would not be pitching Wednesday. Instead, Javier Assad will “more than likely” start against the White Sox on Wednesday, manager David Ross said.
“We’ve got to wait and see,” Ross said when asked his level of concern Tuesday before the two-game crosstown series opener at Wrigley Field.