The Cubs trusted rookie Cade Horton with the ball in the opener of this week’s crucial five-game series with the rival Brewers, and for good reason. Horton has emerged as a key part of Chicago’s rotat

CHICAGO — Three innings into Monday’s scheduled doubleheader at Wrigley Field, Chicago Cubs starter Cade Horton walked off the mound with a blister on his right middle finger, an issue that will put even more stress on a pitching staff that has kept the club afloat.

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Cade Horton was forced to leave his Monday start against the Milwaukee Brewers due to a potential injury.