Cubs place Cade Horton on 15-day IL as he's set for tests on right arm (Hour 1)

The Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show opens with a sponsor segment and immediate discussion of the Chicago Cubs' latest setback: starting pitcher Cade Horton being placed on the 15-day injured list due to a forearm strain. The hosts express deep concern, noting Horton’s history of Tommy John surgery, shoulder issues, and a rib injury that ended his 2024 season. They reflect on the emotional weight of his tears during the exit, drawing parallels to last year’s playoff disappointment when Horton was unavailable. While acknowledging the possibility of a shorter absence, the panel leans toward a prolonged recovery, citing the fragility of his arm and the team’s reliance on him as a potential ace. The conversation shifts to the Cubs’ broader struggles, particularly their inconsistent offense and shaky bullpen, highlighted by poor performances from Ben Brown and Jacob Webb in a doubleheader loss to the Guardians. The hosts express frustration with Craig Council’s bullpen management and the team’s inability to hold leads. They also discuss the trade of Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream, criticizing the Chicago Sky for losing a star player amid a new CBA that dramatically increased player salaries. The segment closes with a preview of the team’s tough upcoming schedule and a live broadcast from Las Vegas, while also covering the Illini’s heartbreaking loss to UConn in the Final Four.