Cubs struggle with outfield injuries, trailing Brewers but lead Padres for playoff spot.

The Chicago Cubs are facing a shortage of outfield players as they aim to secure a National League playoff spot, trailing the Milwaukee Brewers by 6.5 games and leading the San Diego Padres by 3.5 games for the wild-card spot. Right fielder Kyle Tucker remains injured, and Seiya Suzuki is out due to illness, while prospect Owen Caissie was sent to concussion protocol. Rookie Moises Ballesteros provided a boost by hitting his first major league home run. The Cubs will face the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday, with Shota Imanaga pitching for Chicago.