Reliever Jason Adam was the first Cubs player to come off the COVID-related IL earlier this week, and now infielder Matt Duffy is coming off as well. In a corresponding move, infielder Ildemaro Vargas has been sent back to the alternate site.
The Cubs have yet to record a positive test among players (two coaches have tested positive), but two other relievers – Brandon Workman and Dan Winkler – remain out due to the protocols. Kyle Hendricks is not on the COVID-related IL, though he has also been out.