Tyler Chatwood Leaves Game Early Due to Apparent Injury (Update: Right Elbow Discomfort)

Tyler Chatwood was cruising along today quite nicely, giving up only two hits through 2.1 innings. He then spiked a ball into the ground, well in front of Willson Contreras and immediately called for the trainer. There was no question he was done.

Colin Rea came in to relieve Chatwood and got out of the inning without any damage. Jose Quintana is warming up in the bullpen and we expect to see him come on in the 4th inning.

Tyler Chatwood spikes a 1-0 pitch to Votto in 3rd and immediately calls for the Cubs' head athletic trainer. Exits the game with an apparent injury. This is 2nd start back from a IL stint due to a back strain. pic.twitter.com/gPteWlsuoa

— Jordan Bastian (@MLBastian) August 30, 2020

Update:

Cubs announced that Tyler Chatwood exited with "right elbow discomfort," noting that the pitcher will be further evaluated on Monday's off-day.

— Jordan Bastian (@MLBastian) August 30, 2020