Jason Heyward 1-for-3 in Rehab Game, Returning to Chicago Tomorrow (Report)
Jason Heyward joined the Cubs’ low-A affiliate in South Bend for a rehab assignment Thursday evening. From all reports, things went well and we’re seeing word that Heyward will head back to Chicago tomorrow with the expectation of being activated Saturday. He hasn’t played since May 5 with a hand injury.
Jason Heyward begins his rehab assignment w/ @SBCubs tonight. He’s taking bp right now at Four Winds Field. Hear from him @ 5 on @WSBT pic.twitter.com/LgiwDNMJ6J
— Olivia Ray (@OliviaRayWSBT) May 18, 2017
#Cubs Jason Heyward went 1-for-3 with RBI single in 6th for Class A @SBCubs tonight. He started in RF
— Carrie Muskat (@CarrieMuskat) May 19, 2017
Jason Heyward just told @OliviaRayWSBT he’ll be returning to Chicago tomorrow & will rejoin #Cubs active roster Saturday.
— Pete Byrne (@PeteByrneWSBT) May 19, 2017